Head of IT Security Governance & Risk

United Overseas Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Asia is seeking an experienced professional to manage the organization’s security governance framework and IT systems. This role involves conducting risk assessments, enhancing governance policies, and driving strategic security initiatives. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 12 years of experience in security governance with strong communication skills and technical expertise. The position offers opportunities to lead important projects and engage with stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of working experience, with at least 5 years in security governance.
• Experience in technical security risk assessment in the financial industry.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage organization security governance framework and IT systems.
• Conduct IT security risk assessments for applications and infrastructure.
• Enhance security governance framework and identify strategic initiatives.

Skills

Hands-on security governance

Technical security risk assessment

Analytical and critical thinking

Communication and presentation skills

Ability to lead change

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems

Tools

Security standards compliance (BNM RMiT, MAS TRM, PCI-DSS)

Industry certifications (ITIL, PMP, CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CISA)

Job description

A leading banking institution in Asia is seeking an experienced professional to manage the organization’s security governance framework and IT systems. This role involves conducting risk assessments, enhancing governance policies, and driving strategic security initiatives. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 12 years of experience in security governance with strong communication skills and technical expertise. The position offers opportunities to lead important projects and engage with stakeholders effectively.