Cybersecurity Officer

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cybersecurity professional to enhance data protection and compliance within their data centre. This role involves monitoring data safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with IT teams to respond effectively to incidents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity frameworks and data protection laws, along with relevant certifications. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity or data protection roles.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce data protection policies and procedures.
• Identify and assess cybersecurity risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data Protection

Risk Assessment

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

DLP

IDS/IPS

Endpoint Protection Solutions

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and enforce data protection policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).

• Identify and assess cybersecurity risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Oversee data safety audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing in the data centre environment.

• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to respond to data breaches or incidents, ensuring timely reporting and remediation.

• Maintain and update data classification and handling protocols.

• Ensure secure storage, transmission, and backup of sensitive data.

• Conduct training sessions on data safety, cybersecurity awareness, and best practices for staff and contractors.

• Maintain logs of data access and ensure the use of encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.

• Work with legal and compliance teams on regulatory audits and documentation.

• Develop and update incident response plans and business continuity strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in a cybersecurity or data protection role, preferably within a data centre environment.

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.

• Strong knowledge of data protection laws, cybersecurity frameworks, and best practices.

• Experience with security tools like SIEM, DLP, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.