Cyber Security Analyst

Persistent Systems; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Consultant / Business Analyst to support OT security projects. This role involves project management, vendor evaluation, risk management, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in IT or cybersecurity and relevant experience in IT security and OT environments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in IT security.
• Hands-on experience in OT environments and project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, and monitoring of OT security projects.
• Conduct vendor evaluations for Proof of Concepts related to IT/OT.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to OT security.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Risk Assessment

Incident Response

Education

Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field

Job description

The Security Consultant / Business Analyst will support the planning, execution, and monitoring of OT (operational technology systems and networks) security projects, ensuring they meet deadlines, budgets, and objectives. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, vendor evaluation and end-to-end execution of Proof of Concepts (PoCs) related to IT/OT demarcation, compliance with security standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of OT security projects.
• Vendor Evaluation: Conduct vendor evaluations for Proof of Concepts (PoCs) related to IT/OT demarcation.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to OT security.
• Compliance: Ensure projects adhere to relevant security standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework), and internal secure architecture design principles and requirements.
• Documentation: Assist in the creation and maintenance of comprehensive project documentation.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage, communicate, and collaborate with IT teams, plant managers, and external vendors.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas of opportunity and support the implementation of product enhancements with the corresponding teams.

Requirements:

• Educational Background: A degree in IT, cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in IT security, with hands-on experience in OT environments and project management preferred.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 are a plus.
• Skills: Good project management skills, strong communication abilities, and proficiency in risk assessment and incident response.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with OT security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443).
• Cultural Adaptability: Experience in managing or supporting global projects and understanding the impact of organizational culture on business process changes.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support project goals.
• Change Management: Basic skills in change management, including the ability to support and implement change initiatives effectively.