Senior Associate, Internal Audit

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Technology and IT audit engagements covering IT general controls (access management, change management, IT operations, and SDLC), application controls, and cybersecurity.
• Conduct risk-based assessments of technology infrastructure, cloud environments, trading platforms, and data management processes.
• Document audit scope, test procedures, findings, and recommendations clearly in workpapers.
• Identify IT control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and engage with technology stakeholders to agree on practical remediation plans.
• Support integrated audits by providing technology-focused assurance alongside financial and operational audit colleagues.
• Conduct testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting in support of SOX 404(a).
• Assist the Head of Internal Audit in annual risk assessment, audit planning, and reporting to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of audit experience (internal or external) with a focus on Technology, IT, or Information Systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Working knowledge of IT general controls frameworks and standards such as ITIL, COBIT, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Interest in using LLM-based tools and AI-assisted processes to enhance audit workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CISA or CISSP (strongly preferred), or CIA, CPA, ACCA, or HKICPA.
• Experience in financial services, fintech, digital assets, or a regulated technology environment.
• Proficiency with data analytics tools such as Python, SQL, or ACL/IDEA.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, smart contracts, or digital asset markets.

About the Company

Bullish is an institutionally focused global digital asset platform that provides market infrastructure and information services. Through its various entities, including Bullish Exchange, CoinDesk Indices, CoinDesk Data, and CoinDesk Insights, the company provides deep liquidity, market data, and industry-leading media and analytics to the global digital asset and traditional finance industries.