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BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

About the job:

Job Summary:

We are seeking an IT Risk and Control Assurance specialist to join our Hong Kong branch. This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills to support a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 

The successful candidate will lead and enhance the technology risk and control environment across all of BBVA’s Asian branches. Responsibilities span technology risk governance IT control testing, and continuous improvement of the IT control frameworks. 

This position will work closely with the Engineering Asia and Engineering RCA CIB teams to ensure consistent risk management practices, support internal/external audits, engage with regulators, and maintain a secure and compliant technology environment across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Risk Control Assurance 

Evaluate the effectiveness of controls defined in the IT Control Frameworks 

Monitor and track risk mitigation action plans to completion

Ensure the proper execution of the risk admission process, including risk criticality assessment and definition of the corresponding control framework for projects and initiatives 

Audit 

Support the execution and completeness of internal and external audit processes related to IT

Coordinate audit activities and facilitate the collection of required evidence.

Regulatory Compliance 

Act as a point of contact for any IT enquiry from local regulators 

Organize, maintain, and provide regulatory evidence in a structured and timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

Educational: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field.

Experience: 5 years of experience in the IT industry, with a minimum of 3 years in IT risk management, preferably within the financial services sector. Familiarity with Asia-Pacific banking technology regulations.

Technical Skills: Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and technologies, including networks, servers, storage, databases, and cybersecurity.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin).

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CISA, or CISM are a plus

Job Posting BBVA Hong Kong will conduct a background check on you in accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme regulated by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA).  Should any discrepancy identified or deemed unsatisfactory to us, we reserve the rights to terminate your employment in such case.  (FAQs for In-Scope Individual: https://www.hkab.org.hk/files/page/page-content/79/FAQs_for_In-Scope_Individuals_(24_July_2025)-1753348029.pdf)

Skills:

Global IT Infrastructure