Jean Frédéric Nicollier
About Jean Frédéric Nicollier
Jean Frédéric Nicollier serves as the Senior Director and Group Head of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management at SITA, where he promotes Agile Auditing and enhances the Enterprise Risk Management framework. With extensive experience in IT risk advisory roles at firms like EY and KPMG, he has a strong background in evaluating controls and advising on risk mitigation.
Current Role at SITA
Jean Frédéric Nicollier serves as the Senior Director and Group Head of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management at SITA since 2017. In this role, he promotes the Agile Auditing approach within the Internal Audit Division. He is responsible for enhancing and maintaining the Enterprise Risk Management methodology, framework, and Enterprise Risk Register. Nicollier evaluates the adequacy of controls related to significant systems, including financial and operating information, security and risk management, data integrity, and business continuity management. He advises management on risk mitigation and areas of exposure, reporting directly to the Chair of the Audit & Risk Management Committee.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Jean Frédéric Nicollier held various roles in the financial services and IT sectors. He worked at EY as Executive Director in the EMEIA Financial Services Advisory from 2012 to 2017, focusing on IT Risk Advisory in West Switzerland. He also served as Director and Head of IT Advisory Risk Consulting at KPMG from 2007 to 2012. His earlier experience includes roles at EMS - Electro Medical Systems, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Darier, Hentsch & Cie, where he held positions related to IT and network security across multiple international locations.
Education and Certifications
Jean Frédéric Nicollier has a strong educational background in information technology and risk management. He studied at the University of Geneva, earning a degree in Information Technology. He has also achieved several professional certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) in 2008 and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) in 2011. Additionally, he holds an ITIL V3 Foundation certification obtained in 2009. His educational journey includes studies at various institutions, such as the Geneva High Business School and TÜV SÜD Akademie GmbH.
Risk Management Initiatives
In his role at SITA, Jean Frédéric Nicollier leads the design and implementation of the Risk Prioritization Matrix (RPM) mechanisms and Assurance Mapping concepts. He serves as a permanent representative in the Audit & Risk Management Committee, contributing to the oversight of risk management practices. His work involves evaluating and advising on the adequacy of risk controls, thereby enhancing the organization's overall risk management framework.
Global Work Experience
Jean Frédéric Nicollier has extensive global work experience, having held positions in various cities around the world. His career has taken him to locations including Geneva, London, Atlanta, Montreal, Singapore, and several others. This international exposure has provided him with a diverse perspective on risk management and internal auditing practices across different cultural and regulatory environments.