Local Security Officer

TMF Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TMF Group in Malaysia seeks a local information security and security continuity specialist to service ISMS, BCP, ERP, and physical security. You will act as the main contact for security matters, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 and related standards while coordinating initiatives across the organisation.

You will support audits, manage incident reporting, and collaborate with asset owners on risk assessments, training staff, and aligning local plans with global standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Risk Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a security, compliance, or risk management role.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, BCP/ERP frameworks, and emergency response protocols.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Act as the local point of contact for Information Security (ISMS) matters.
• Maintain and update the local Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and coordinate ISO22301 execution.
• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Procedures for the local office; coordinate with authorities.
• Oversee access control, visitor management, and office security measures; conduct risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and report security incidents and audit findings; participate in regional/global security initiatives.

Skills

Information security

ISO 27001

BCP/ERP

Emergency response

Compliance

Risk management

Communication

Coordination

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Risk Management, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage

Job description

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This role serves as the local point of contact for all information security, business continuity, emergency response, and physical security matters. The position ensures compliance with global frameworks, ISO standards, and local regulations while coordinating security initiatives across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

1. Information Security (ISMS)

Act as the local point of contact for all information security matters.

Ensure compliance with TMF’ s global Information Security Management Framework and underlying policies, procedures, and standards.

Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 and ISAE 3402 standards.

Support internal and external audits related to information security.

Follow up on the closure of the corrective and preventive action plan for the reported non-conformities and observations.

Report and escape security incidents to the Global Information Security Officer (GISO).

Co-ordinating with asset and process owners for periodic review of asset list and risk assessment.

Conduct periodic security awareness training for staff.

2. Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

Maintain and update the local Business Continuity Plan.

Coordinate regular BCP testing and simulations.

Ensure critical business functions are identified and recovery strategies are in place.

Support the implementation of the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) ISO22301

Liaise with global and regional BCP teams to align local plans with corporate standards.

3. Emergency Response Planning (ERP)

Develop and maintain emergency response procedures for the local office.

Coordinate with building management and local authorities during emergencies.

Ensure emergency contact lists and communication protocols are up to date.

4. Physical Security

Oversee access control systems, visitor management, and office security measures.

Conduct regular security risk assessments and recommend improvements.

Manage relationships with security vendors and service providers.

5. Compliance & Reporting

Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations related to security and safety.

Prepare and submit regular reports on security incidents, audit findings, and risk assessments

Participate in regional and global security meetings and initiatives.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Risk Management, or related field

Minimum 2 years of experience in a security, compliance, or risk management role

Familiarity with ISO 27001, BCP/ERP frameworks, and emergency response protocols

Strong communication and coordination skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage