IT Security Analyst

Petron Corporation; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An emerging oil company in Malaysia is seeking an Information Security Specialist. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining an Information Security Framework, conducting audits, and managing IT security incidents. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree, has a minimum of 5 years of experience, and possesses strong problem-solving and communication skills. Join us to help fuel lives while ensuring our company's data integrity and security.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of security technologies and tools.
• Ability to carry out investigations on security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the company’s Information Security Framework.
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor and assess network and applications for vulnerabilities.

Skills

Knowledge in Information Security Management System (ISMS)

Vulnerability management

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computing/Information Technology/Computer Security

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion detection/prevention systems

Job description

Petron Malaysia is an emerging and rapidly evolving Asian oil company. It is part of Petron Corporation which is the leading oil company in the Philippines. Our integrated refining, distribution, and retailing of world-class petroleum products help meet the country’s growing energy needs and contributes to a more progressive nation. We are dedicated and passionate about our vision - to be the leading provider of total customer solutions in the oil sector and its allied businesses.

We are seeking dynamic & innovative individuals who have the drive to make a difference & are fueled to succeed!

Responsibilities:

• Establish, implement, and maintain the company’s Information Security Framework in line with global standards (ISO/IEC 27001:2005 / ISO 17799:2005).
• Design, implement, and maintain security measures, controls, and protocols, while identifying gaps and preparing action plans for improvement.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability scans, and risk assessments, providing reports and recommendations to management.
• Monitor and assess network, systems, applications, and new technologies to identify vulnerabilities, ensuring proper security reviews before installation or upgrades.
• Support the Security Operations Center (SOC) by monitoring tools, logs, and alerts in real time; analyzing events to distinguish real threats from false positives; and proactively conducting threat hunting and vulnerability assessments.
• Manage and respond to IT security incidents, execute incident response procedures, assist in forensic investigations, and remediate vulnerabilities highlighted in SOC reports.
• Maintain and optimize security monitoring systems for performance, accuracy, and continuous improvement to reduce organizational cyber risk.
• Lead and support IT security-related projects, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders on ISMS framework, risk assessments, and security initiatives.
• Stay up to date with the latest security technologies, tools, and industry trends

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computing/Information Technology/Computer Security.
• Knowledge in Information Security Management System (ISMS) framework, Compliance and Risk Assessment.
• Minimum 5years’ experience in similar role.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability management, patch management, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention system and penetration testing.
• An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to carry out investigations on Security incidences as well as document findings; hence it is essential that they can define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of hardware and networking systems.
• Good time management.

At Petron, we are not just in the business of oil, we are also in the business of fueling lives.

We’re thrilled that you’d like to join Petron. Thank you for your application and have a nice day!