Assistant Vice President (IT Security Analyst)

UDA Holdings Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Government-Linked Company in Malaysia seeks an Assistant Vice President (IT Security Analyst) to lead the cybersecurity strategy and operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in IT and at least 2 years of experience in IT security roles. Strong knowledge of Incident Handling, Endpoint Solutions, and Microsoft Security Suite is required. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the cybersecurity landscape in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in IT security roles.
• Knowledge or certification of ISMS will be an advantage.
• Solution-oriented attitude, strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for cybersecurity operations.
• Lead cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Conduct security monitoring and execute preventive actions.

Skills

Incident Handling

Endpoint Solutions

Active Directory

Microsoft Security Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Vice President (IT Security Analyst)

Act as SME for cybersecurity operations across UDA Holdings Berhad.

Lead the cybersecurity strategy and roadmap, ensure alignment with UDA’s business goal and initiatives.

Evaluate the IT infrastructure with secure management of switches, routers, firewalls, cloud and endpoints.

Collaborate with GITD team members and vendors to support ongoing projects and technology rollouts.

Conduct security monitoring, identifying potential threats or vulnerabilities and executing preventive or corrective actions.

Lead the cybersecurity awareness program and campaigns

Participate in IT disaster recovery planning and assist in testing backup activities.

The Incumbent:

Bachelor’s Degree in IT or equivalent

Minimum 2 years in IT security roles

Foundation knowledge and hands-on experience in at least four areas: Incident Handling, Endpoint Solutions, Active Directory and Microsoft Security Suite.

Knowledge or certification of ISMS will be an advantage.

Solution-oriented attitude, strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Able to work independently and collaboratively

Self-confidence, analytical thinking, teamwork & cooperation and integrity.

UDA Holdings Berhad is a Government-Linked Company (GLC) that is fully owned by the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MoF Inc.) and is overseen by the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates.