IT Security Specialist

Bjak Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bjak Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced IT Security Specialist to protect its technology assets from threats. This critical role involves managing security protocols, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations within a tech-driven environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in cybersecurity and data protection laws while contributing to a collaborative team focused on innovation in the fintech space.

Benefits

Competitive compensation aligned with impact

Fast-track career growth

Flat, high-ownership environment

Collaborative team culture

Opportunity to shape meaningful outcomes

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of experience in IT security or cybersecurity roles.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with GCP, AWS, or Azure security.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security tools to safeguard systems.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments.
• Lead incident response efforts in case of security threats.

Skills

IT security

cybersecurity

data protection

incident management

compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

Endpoint protection tools

Firewalls

Anti-virus solutions

Cloud Security

Job description

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About Us
BJAK is Southeast Asia’s largest digital insurance platform, headquartered in Malaysia with operations in Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan. Through Bjak.com, we help millions find affordable and comprehensive protection by simplifying complex financial services through technology. We’re lean, ambitious, and solving meaningful problems at scale. Our investments in AI, automation, and digital infrastructure support our mission to make financial services faster, smarter, and more accessible.

If you're excited to work directly with leadership, build operational clarity, and execute meaningful projects across borders, we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to join our team immediately. This is a critical role focused on protecting Bjak’s systems, devices, and data from internal and external threats. As a tech-driven company, ensuring the security and integrity of our technology assets is non-negotiable. This role reports directly to senior management and is essential in ensuring our compliance with regulatory expectations.

Key responsibilities

Implement and manage security tools and protocols to safeguard devices, systems, and data.

Monitor and respond to potential security breaches or vulnerabilities.

Establish security standards, procedures, and policies for endpoint and system protection.

Conduct security audits and risk assessments to identify and close security gaps.

Lead incident response efforts in case of data breaches or security threats.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support any investigations or audits.

Collaborate with IT, operations, and compliance teams to reinforce security best practices.

Train employees on data protection and cybersecurity awareness, especially in operational areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

2–3+ years of experience in IT security, cybersecurity, or information security roles.

Hands-on experience with endpoint protection, firewalls, anti-virus solutions, and security incident management.

Strong understanding of data protection laws, security frameworks, and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).

Experience in Cloud Security with GCP, AWS, or Azure.

Experience conducting internal audits and interfacing with regulators or compliance bodies is a strong advantage.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Immediate availability is highly preferred.

What You’ll Get

Competitive compensation aligned with your impact

Fast-track career growth with direct exposure to leadership and decision-making

A flat, high-ownership environment where initiative is valued and rewarded

A collaborative, ambitious team that values speed, clarity, and excellence

The opportunity to shape meaningful outcomes in a high-growth regional fintech powered by AI

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Bjak is a technology company focused on making insurance easy, fun and more rewarding for everyone. Here at Bjak, we are dedicated in creating shared and open ecosystem giving everyone equal opportunity, accessibility and security. Bjak is led and backed by some of the most prominent executives and enterprises in Asia.

Bjak is a technology company focused on making insurance easy, fun and more rewarding for everyone. Here at Bjak, we are dedicated in creating shared and open ecosystem giving everyone equal opportunity, accessibility and security. Bjak is led and backed by some of the most prominent executives and enterprises in Asia.

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