IT Security Manager

Job Description : IT SECURITY MANAGER MALAYSIA You will be at the forefront of protecting critical assets, leading a dedicated team of professionals, and ensuring that the highest standards of security are maintained across all digital platforms. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued, and your professional growth encouraged through ongoing training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements and a culture that values collaboration and knowledge sharing make this an ideal position for those seeking both challenge and reward in their next career move. Play a pivotal role in shaping the security landscape of a major financial institution, with direct influence over strategic decisions and operational effectiveness. Benefit from flexible working opportunities and a collaborative environment that prioritises professional development, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing among peers. Join a knowledgeable team where your contributions are recognised, and your leadership skills are nurtured through comprehensive support and training initiatives. What you'll do: As an IT Security Manager, you will play a central role in safeguarding the organisation’s digital ecosystem. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve designing forward-thinking security frameworks that address evolving cyber threats while ensuring seamless business operations. You will guide your team through complex challenges by fostering a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility. By conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses, you will proactively identify areas for improvement and implement solutions that strengthen defences. Your ability to respond swiftly to incidents will help minimise disruptions while maintaining stakeholder confidence. Through diligent monitoring of KPIs and preparation of insightful management reports, you will provide clear visibility into the effectiveness of security measures. Your commitment to regulatory compliance will ensure that all activities align with industry best practices. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute significantly to maintaining a secure environment where innovation can thrive without compromise. Develop and implement comprehensive IT security strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the protection of all organisational IT assets. Oversee daily security operations including monitoring, logging, analysis of security events, and coordinating responses to potential threats or incidents. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT security professionals, providing guidance on best practices while supporting their ongoing development. Conduct thorough risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential weaknesses within the IT environment, prioritising risks and formulating effective mitigation plans. Manage incident response processes by investigating breaches, coordinating corrective actions, and minimising the impact of any security incidents. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security controls and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare detailed reports, write-ups, presentations, and other materials for management review to ensure transparency in security operations. Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements as well as industry standards by implementing robust measures that protect sensitive data and infrastructure assets. Continuously assess the organisation’s overall security posture by introducing proactive measures, process enhancements, and technology upgrades.

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