Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced Integrated Technology Audit – Custody, Reconciliations and Asia-Pac, Vice President to lead and execute risk-based audit coverage across Custody, Reconciliation and APAC technology environments. The successful candidate will provide independent assurance over key technology risks, application controls, automated processes, and IT general controls supporting critical front-to-back business functions.
Working closely with business and technology audit teams, you will assess the design and effectiveness of technology controls supporting trading, custody, asset servicing, cash and securities reconciliations, and APAC legal entity operations. This includes evaluating application input, processing and output controls, interface controls, automated reconciliations, access management, system configurations, data integrity controls, and regulatory reporting dependencies.
In this role, you will support annual audit planning, risk assessments, audit scoping, and the execution of complex technology audits. You will provide thought leadership on emerging technology and operational risks, contribute to the development of audit methodology, and coach junior team members while partnering with senior stakeholders across Technology, Operations, Risk, and Business functions.
This role is based in Bangalore or Pune.
As an Integrated Technology Audit – Custody, Reconciliations and Asia-Pac, Vice President, you will:
•Lead risk assessments and contribute to the development of a risk-based audit plan covering Custody, Reconciliation and APAC technology platforms.
•Execute and oversee technology audits focusing on IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, automated business processes, interfaces, data governance, resiliency, and cybersecurity risks.
•Assess technology risks associated with trading platforms, custody systems, securities processing, cash and asset reconciliations, and related operational workflows.
•Review audit workpapers and audit testing to ensure appropriate coverage, quality, and alignment with internal audit methodology and professional standards.
•Identify control deficiencies, emerging risks, and opportunities to strengthen technology and operational control environments.
•Draft and communicate clear, impactful audit observations and reports to senior management and governance committees.
•Partner with business and technology stakeholders to challenge control design, monitor remediation plans, and promote sustainable risk management practices.
•Provide insight into regulatory expectations, industry developments, emerging technologies, and evolving risk landscapes impacting financial services organizations.
•Participate in strategic initiatives involving technology transformation, cloud adoption, automation, data management, and operational resilience.
•Coach, mentor, and develop audit professionals while supporting talent management and succession planning activities.
•Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, technology executives, and risk partners across all lines of defense.
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
•Strong understanding of Custody, Asset Servicing, Reconciliation, and Financial Services technology environments.
•Knowledge of technology risks, application controls, ITGCs, cybersecurity, data governance, and operational resilience frameworks.
•Ability to assess complex technology architectures and understand front-to-back business processes and related risks.
•Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and drive meaningful control improvements.
•Strategic mindset with the ability to identify emerging risks and anticipate regulatory and industry developments.
•Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to present complex issues to senior management.
•Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including team development, coaching, and collaboration across global and cross-functional teams.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
•14+ years of experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, Technology Risk Management, Information Security, public accounting, or Financial Services Consulting.
•Experience auditing Custody, Asset Servicing, Reconciliation, Trading Platforms, or large-scale financial services technology environments.
•Strong knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, systems development lifecycle (SDLC), change management, access management, and infrastructure controls.
•Understanding of emerging technology risks, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data governance, automation, and operational resilience.
•Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, MIS, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
•Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISSP, CPA, CRISC, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
•Familiarity with banking regulations, risk management frameworks, and industry standards applicable to global financial institutions.
Additional requirements
While majority of the time you will work from your primary location, some domestic and international travel may be required to a variety of locations where State Street operates.
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