Cybersecurity Advisor

CelcomDigi Berhad; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CelcomDigi Berhad in Malaysia seeks a Cybersecurity Advisor to join the Cybersecurity Advisory unit. You will guide secure architectures and Zero Trust implementation across IT, telecoms and multi-cloud environments, embedding Privacy by Design and aligning with DCC and industry standards.

You will work with strategy, planning, architecture and solution teams, driving governance, risk management and security maturity while ensuring robust information security across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, IT, CS or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in cybersecurity advisory or security architecture.
• Experience with security frameworks and standards (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
• Ability to develop security dashboards using Power BI/Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert advisory services aligned with cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
• Identify gaps in advisory processes, systems and compliance mechanisms.
• Design and evaluate secure technical solutions with strategy and architecture teams.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity units to ensure governance across CelcomDigi.
• Lead design and management of defendable security architectures incl. Zero Trust.
• Support DCC requirements and endorsement across projects.
• Champion cybersecurity awareness and tool deployment initiatives.
• Assist in audit readiness, incident response and threat mitigation.
• Contribute to security policies, standards and risk management objectives.
• Foster knowledge sharing and proactive security culture.

Skills

Cybersecurity advisory

Security architectures

Cloud security

Data visualization

Python scripting

PowerShell

IT security

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

PowerShell

AWS

Azure

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Cybersecurity Advisor

Date: 9 Sept 2026

Employment Type: Contract

Description:

Job Description

As a Cybersecurity Advisor at CelcomDigi, you will play a pivotal role within our Cybersecurity Advisory unit.Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining and advancing the security systems of the CybersecurityPlanning Centre. This position also involves advising on foundational infrastructure and processes to effectivelymanage and mitigate technology-related security risks.
You will lead and guide the implementation of secure architectures based on the Zero Trust model and embedSecurity and Privacy by Design principles across the entire organization. Your guidance will influence thedesign and execution of established and agreed security architectures, roadmaps, and controls for complexprojects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies as per required in the establishedDigital Cybersecurity Checklist (DCC). This role is central to upholding CelcomDigi’s commitment to a secure delivery and resilient technology environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert advisory services aligned with multiple cybersecurity frameworks and international standards to enhance organizational security.
• Continuously identify and address gaps within cybersecurity advisory processes, systems and compliance mechanisms (such as the Digital Cybersecurity Checklist (DCC) and related security dashboards)
• Participate actively in the design and evaluation of security technical solutions, collaborating closely with strategy, planning, architecture and solution teams
• Work collaboratively with various cybersecurity units and cross-functional teams to guarantee robust information security governance across CelcomDigi.
• Lead the design, implementation and management of defendable security architectures including ZeroTrust models, enhancing security capabilities and maturity across diverse infrastructures such as IT, telecommunications and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
• Provide authoritative guidance to internal business units and project teams to support compliance with mandatory Digital Cybersecurity Checklist (DCC) requirements and endorsements.
• Champion cybersecurity awareness initiatives addressing RFX-related Technical Statements of Compliance (TSOC), the deployment of security tools and adherence to security processes amongst internal teams.
• Support Cybersecurity Architecture, Engineering, Cyber Defense and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) teams in strategic security planning, audit preparedness, incident response and threat mitigation efforts as required.
• Contribute to the development of security policies, standards and guidelines to enforce organizational compliance and risk management objectives.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team to foster a proactive security culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive work experience in cybersecurity advisory, security architecture or related domains.
  Strong proficiency in data visualization platforms such as Power BI or Tableau, with the ability to analyze and correlate diverse data sets including network traffic and endpoint telemetry to create actionable security dashboards.
• Hands-on experience with scripting languages like Python and PowerShell to automate security operations and enhance efficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of IT and Network Security, Data Protection mechanisms, Secure Infrastructure design, Endpoint Security, and emerging technologies including Agentic AI.
• Experience in Cloud Security Architecture and DevSecOps practices is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CompTIA Security+ are strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of security frameworks and standards including NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), CIS Controls, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27001,ISO 31000, PCI DSS, ITIL, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) and cyber kill chain methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams and adapt to changing security landscapes.

Next Steps

At CelcomDigi, we aspire to be Malaysia’s leading telco-tech company — the nation’s digital growth engine — powering transformation through 5G, AI, and innovation that impacts over 20 million customers.Here, your role goes beyond work. It’s about enabling businesses to thrive, connecting communities, and advancing society, as we build a brand rooted in trust, reliability and customer excellence.Aligned with our employer value proposition, Grow with Purpose. Build with Trust, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate responsibly and create digital solutions that truly make a difference.If you're driven, future focused, and ready to be part of something bigger, we want your team.

Let’s advance and inspire Malaysia together! #WeAreCelcomDigi

CelcomDigi is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to promote employment practices that are transparent, objective and fair.