Audit Senior Manager Director – Japan and APAC Technology
Job Summary
Audit Senior Manager / Director Japan and APAC Technology
About IAG
AIG is a leading global insurance organization providing a wide range of property casualty insurance and other financial services. We provide world-class products and expertise to businesses and individuals in approximately 190 countries and jurisdictions.
Internal Audit Group
AIGs Internal Audit Group (IAG) provides independent and objective assurance advice and insight guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the operations of AIG. IAG assists AIG in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of AIGs control environment including risk management operational financial internal control and governance processes.
About the role
At AIG were reshaping how the world manages risk and were inviting you to be a key part of that transformation. As a Director of Japan and APAC Technology you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact providing independent assurance over AIGs Japan and APAC technology infrastructure and cybersecurity. Functions. You will be providing coverage for Japan and APAC applications infrastructure and platforms that support our insurance business and that power our digital ecosystem. This role will report directly to the Chief Technology Auditor.
You will oversee a team of auditors focused on understanding and assessing risks and controls related to data governance artificial intelligence and emerging technologies across AIG. This includes managing relationships with the Japan and APAC Country CIOs CISOs and CTOs ensuring audits are completed in compliance with audit methodology and Institute of Internal Auditors standards and developing audit team skillsets in emerging technology domains.
Your impact will include:
Work with Chief Technology auditor to define audit strategy to address risks associated with applications cloud infrastructure and emerging technology activities. This will include ensuring compliance with regional country and global regulations.
Lead and Oversee the execution of the audit strategy coverage: Execute a global assurance plan and audit methodology for business processes and applications cloud infrastructure and data center activities emerging technology activities including continuous monitoring of regulatory developments and best practices.
Manage and Develop Teams: Build coach and maintain a high-performing team with cloud transformation and technology assurance skillsets; oversee talent management of offshore teams staff evaluation and hiring processes.
Engage Stakeholders and Influence Change: Proactively manage relationships with senior management and other stakeholders; provide insights to drive sustainable improvements in processes and controls.
Deliver Audit Outcomes: Draft review and communicate audit findings and reports to executive management; participate in steering committees and working groups to promote balanced discussions and continuous improvement.
Driving the adoption of data analytics AI and automation in audit testing and risk assessment to enhance assurance efficiency and insight.
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What we value
Excellent analytical written communication interpersonal organizational and presentation skills.
Strong client relationship and employee management skills.
Ability to think strategically and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Role model desired behaviors in cross-cultural awareness and establish and maintain a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Ability to cooperate with others and foster an environment that supports effective teamwork.
Highly collaborative with strong leadership skills that gain trust and credibility with colleagues and stakeholders.
Strategic mindset and ability to clearly articulate vision; ability to drive adoption and measure success of initiatives.
Experience developing and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders including senior management and audit staff.
Ability to manage complexity effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in non-routine situations and in a changing environment.
Strong communication interpersonal and leadership abilities across all levels coupled with effective problem solving conceptual thinking quantitative and analytical skills.
A very high degree of professionalism professional curiosity and skepticism leadership proficient organizational analytical and project management skills.
Experience in planning and leading strategic initiatives including employee engagement. Desire and willingness to drive to the root cause of issues.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
Relevant bachelors degree in data science Computer Science Engineering Technology or other relevant fields. Postgraduate qualifications are desired but not mandatory.
One industry-recognized certification (e.g. CPA CIA CISA CISSP CISM CDMP AAIA AAISM or equivalent) required.
15 years of experience with assurance ideally in financial services data governance and risk management and technology innovation.
Must be fluent in English. Japanese not required but a plus.
Proven ability to learn innovative products and technologies and execute related assurance.
Deep experience with assurance in a number of the following: infrastructure (compute databases network application development validation deployment and monitoring; complex technology environments; Regulatory compliance related to cybersecurity.
Experience auditing cloud infrastructure platforms e.g. AWS
Experience auditing infrastructure including cloud network compute storage databases
Audit experience in public accounting or internal audit focusing on regulated industries is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in leading and developing diverse teams and overseeing multiple large-scale projects.
At AIG we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive connected environment for our team and clients alike.
Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters
At AIG our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in whats most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health wellbeing and financial securityas well as your professional developmentto bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the worlds most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us across our operations we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG you can go further to support individuals businesses and communities helping them to manage risk respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset our people through continuous learning and development in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of inclusion
Were committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each others talents backgrounds cultures opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIGs greatest assets and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion age gender gender expression national origin veteran status disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation please send an email to .
Functional Area:
IA - Internal AuditAIG General Insurance Company Ltd.Required Experience:
Director