Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Engineer

Sunway Group; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunway Fintech is seeking an Infrastructure Security Engineer to ensure the security and reliability of IT systems and infrastructure across servers, storage, networks, and cloud environments.

The role focuses on developing cybersecurity protocols, leading risk mitigation, and implementing controls to safeguard financial technologies and operations. A Bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Networking/ IT or equivalent.
• 4–7 years of experience in IT infrastructure management and cybersecurity.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute IT strategy for Infrastructure and Cybersecurity.
• Lead IT projects like upgrades, migrations, and security improvements.
• Oversee security and robustness of IT infrastructure including servers, storage, networks, and cloud environments.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Cybersecurity

Network security

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Networking/ Information Technology

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Antivirus

Job description

Sunway Fintech is a dynamic and innovative fintech company focusing on delivering cutting-edge financial solutions to improve financial services, enhance user experiences, and streamline business operations within the financial industry. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a skilled and proactive Infrastructure Security Engineer to ensure the security and reliability of our IT systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and executing the IT strategy for Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, ensuring alignment with current and future business needs and objectives.
• Lead and manage key IT projects such as infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and security improvements by maximizing the use of existing IT resources and implementing new technologies.
• Oversee the security and robustness of IT infrastructure and system security including servers, storage, networks, and cloud environments, ensuring protection against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Create and enforce cybersecurity protocols to protect against threats. Lead efforts in identifying and assessing IT security incidents and breaches, developing risk mitigation, evaluating countermeasures and recommending effective controls to mitigate IT risks.
• Develop, implement, and manage IT policies and guidelines, ensuring compliance with industry standards, all audit controls and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Identify and assess new technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture and infrastructure performance, therefore gaining a competitive advantage for the overall business.
• Lead efforts to continuously improve IT processes, security protocols, and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with other departments and third-party services to ensure the security and compliance standards are met across all business functions.
• Any ad hoc task as assigned from time to time.
• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Networking/ Information Technology (IT) or equivalent from reputable university.
• Minimum 4-7 years of experience in IT infrastructure management and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of network security protocols, firewalls, and security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus).
• Experience with risk management, vulnerability assessments, and incident response.
• Familiarity with financial industry regulations and cybersecurity standards will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Our recruitment team will reach out to shortlisted candidates only.

*Please note that the internal job designation may differ from what is listed in the advertisement.