Cybersecurity- SOC

Monroe Consulting Group; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group, partnering with a leading IT organisation, seeks a Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Analyst (Senior Executive) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You will support CTVM programme execution, vulnerability assessments, threat monitoring, and remediation coordination to strengthen the organisation's cybersecurity posture.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams on vulnerability scans, patching, policy development, and KPI reporting while staying current with evolving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience within Cybersecurity, IT Security, Vulnerability Management, SOC or related domains.
• Exposure to Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), threat management, or security monitoring environments is advantageous.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CEH, ITIL, CISA, EC-Council Certifications or other security/vulnerability management credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, analysing, developing frameworks, and deploying the Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management programme.
• Coordinate Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) exercises with vendors, conduct scans, prioritise findings, and track remediation activities.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of IT hardware, software, and cloud assets with internal technology teams.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and support remediation through patching, configuration updates, code fixes, and infrastructure improvements.
• Support implementation of cybersecurity policies and controls to ensure compliance with governance and regulatory requirements.
• Develop policies, procedures, and operating models for cybersecurity and vulnerability management activities.
• Monitor and report cybersecurity KPIs and KRIs through technical and management dashboards.
• Provide technical support and security advisory services to stakeholders.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Threat management

Vulnerability management

Security monitoring

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Nessus

CrowdStrike Falcon

Burp Suite

MDR solutions

ITP

AWS security

ServiceNow

Jira

CEH

CISA

EC-Council Certifications

ITIL

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a leading organisation in the Information Technology sector to hire a Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Analyst (Senior Executive). This opportunity is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Position Overview

This role will support the execution and continuous improvement of the organisation's Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management (CTVM) programme through vulnerability assessment, threat monitoring, and remediation coordination.
Contribute to strengthening the organisation's cybersecurity posture by supporting risk reduction initiatives, security operations, compliance requirements, and enterprise resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, analysing, developing frameworks, and deploying the Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management programme.
• Support daily operations, including coordinating Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) exercises with vendors, conducting internal and external vulnerability scans, prioritising findings, and tracking remediation activities.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of IT hardware, software, and cloud assets in collaboration with internal technology teams.
• Assist in identifying security vulnerabilities and supporting remediation through patching, configuration updates, code fixes, and infrastructure improvements.
• Support the implementation of cybersecurity policies and controls to ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and operating models for cybersecurity and vulnerability management activities.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of cybersecurity KPIs and KRIs through technical and management dashboards.
• Provide technical support and security advisory services to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Support security monitoring activities and coordinate remediation actions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and security trends.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience within Cybersecurity, IT Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations Centre (SOC), or related domains.
• Exposure to Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), threat management, or security monitoring environments is advantageous.
• Relevant professional certifications are an added advantage, including:
  • CEH
  • ITIL
  • CISA
  • EC-Council Certifications
  • Other security or vulnerability management certifications

Technical / Functional Expertise

• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment, patch management, and security monitoring practices.
• Experience with ticketing and workflow management platforms such as ServiceNow and Jira.
• Exposure to security tools including:
  • Nessus Professional
  • CrowdStrike Falcon
  • Managed Detection & Response (MDR) solutions
  • Burp Suite
  • Identity Threat Protection (ITP)
  • Cloud-native security solutions (AWS preferred)
• Understanding of cyber threat and vulnerability management processes.
• Exposure to Security Operations Centre (SOC) environments.
• Knowledge of penetration testing and cyber threat intelligence concepts.
• Ability to support remediation tracking, vulnerability scanning, and security reporting activities.

Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive approach to learning and staying current with emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.