Head of IT Security - Cyber Strategy & SOC Lead

Oxydata Software; Penang; On-site; MYR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Head of IT Security to lead the cybersecurity function for a global manufacturing organization. You will set the strategic direction, govern policies, and oversee SOC, vulnerability management, incident response, and crisis management.

Required are 10+ years in information security, at least 3 years in senior leadership, and strong ISO 27001/NIST CSF expertise. Visa sponsorship is not available, Malaysia work rights required, onsite in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any related discipline.
• 10+ years of Information Security / Cybersecurity experience.
• 3+ years in a senior cybersecurity leadership role (Head of Security, Security Director, Deputy CISO, or Senior Security Manager).
• Extensive experience in Security Operations / SOC and Incident Response.
• Proven experience leading major cybersecurity incidents or cyber crisis management.
• Experience with ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.
• Experience managing cybersecurity teams, vendors and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Information Security and Cybersecurity function, setting strategic direction and governance frameworks.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, roadmaps, policies, and standards.
• Oversee security operations including SOC, vulnerability management, threat management, security monitoring, and incident response.
• Take ownership of major cybersecurity incidents and crisis management, including containment, recovery, stakeholder communication, and post-incident improvement.
• Drive cyber resilience and enhance operational security capabilities across the organisation.
• Assess and improve security across networks, identity, endpoints, cloud, applications, and manufacturing environments.
• Lead ISO/IEC 27001 compliance and certification-readiness activities, and apply relevant frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.
• Manage cybersecurity risks related to third parties, vendors, and supply chains.
• Manage and mature SOC / MSSP capabilities.
• Lead and develop cybersecurity teams, manage vendors, security tools, and budgets.
• Present cybersecurity risks, incidents, KPIs, and recommendations to senior and executive management.

Skills

Leadership

Security Operations

Incident Response

ISO 27001

Cybersecurity Strategy

Vendor Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Job description

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Head of IT Security to lead the cybersecurity function for a global manufacturing organization. You will set the strategic direction, govern policies, and oversee SOC, vulnerability management, incident response, and crisis management.

Required are 10+ years in information security, at least 3 years in senior leadership, and strong ISO 27001/NIST CSF expertise. Visa sponsorship is not available, Malaysia work rights required, onsite in Malaysia.