IT Security Executive

Agensi Pekerjaan Penta Consultancy Sdn. Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for an IT Security role, requiring 2-3 years of experience in IT Security or Operations. The candidate will monitor security alerts, assist in preparing reports, and ensure compliance with audit requirements. A diploma or degree in IT, along with security certifications, is preferred. Strong coordination, analytical, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in IT Security, IT Operations, or GRC.
• Basic understanding of security alerts, vulnerabilities, and audits.
• Strong follow-up skills with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing security performance reports.
• Monitor daily security alerts and incident notifications.
• Track closure actions for all DSO items.
• Support tracking and reporting of audit items.
• Prepare IT Ops meeting materials and updates.

Skills

Coordination skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or Degree in IT or related field

Security certifications (Security+, ISO27001, CEH)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly security performance reports.
• Monitor security alerts, logs, and incident notifications on a daily basis.
• Consolidate and maintain DSO data, including incidents, vulnerabilities, and advisories.
• Coordinate with infrastructure and application teams on security event responses.
• Track closure actions and ensure proper documentation for all DSO items.
• Prepare daily and weekly summaries for management and the BISO team.
• Track penetration test findings from identification through closure.
• Follow up with system owners and technical teams to ensure timely remediation.
• Validate and collect evidence for closure of issues.
• Provide regular status updates to management and risk teams.

Audit & Regulatory Tracking (Including MAS Notices)

• Monitor and track all IT security audit items (internal, external, regulatory).
• Consolidate audit evidence and maintain documentation readiness.
• Maintain records of ongoing MAS advisory notices and coordinate with BISO and technical teams.
• Support tracking and reporting of remediation progress.

IT Operations Meeting Support

• Prepare and update IT Ops meeting materials, including metrics, dashboards, and status updates.
• Track follow-up items and ensure timely updates from technical teams.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly security performance reports.
• Assist in producing monthly or quarterly security performance reports.

Job Requirements

• 2~3 years of experience in IT Security, IT Operations, or GRC, with basic understanding of security alerts, vulnerabilities, and audits.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills, able to work with infrastructure, application, audit, and risk teams.
• Good analytical and reporting abilities, including tracking remediation, preparing summaries, and maintaining documentation.
• Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Diploma/Degree in IT or related field; security certifications (Security+, ISO27001, CEH) are a plus.