Principal Consultant-Cybersecurity

NTT Limited; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Principal Security Consultant to translate clients’ cybersecurity requirements into tailored security solutions. The role covers scanning, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, monitoring services, and source code analysis to deliver actionable results.

You will lead security projects, guide junior consultants, and collaborate with clients to align security controls with business goals, best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, compliance standards, and advanced security technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; industry certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary point of contact for key clients, building strong relationships with executives and stakeholders.
• Leads and manages complex security consulting projects from initiation to completion.
• Provides expert oversight on security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and security audits.
• Leads design and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions and architectures with clients.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Risk management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or Engineering or related field

Tools

Penetration testing tools

Vulnerability scanning tools

SAST/DAST

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Principal Security Consultant is a highly skilled expert, responsible for translating clients’ cybersecurity requirements and customizing and implementing security solutions into specific systems, applications and product designs. This role identifies and develops the security solutions for clients using company products, outsourced technology solutions and technical tools. This role consults with clients regarding secure product configuration, deployment, and security patches to minimize security vulnerabilities. In addition, this role provides comprehensive scanning, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, monitoring services and source code analysis and delivers detailed results to clients. This role guides and supports clients in the development and implementation of product security controls.

Key responsibilities

• Serves as the primary point of contact for key clients, building strong and lasting relationships with C-level executives and senior stakeholders.
• Develops and implements comprehensive cybersecurity strategies aligned with clients' business objectives, industry standards, and global best practices.
• Leads and manages complex, high-impact security consulting projects from initiation to completion, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.
• Provides expert oversight and guidance on security assessments, risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Leverages extensive expertise in various cybersecurity domains, including network security, application security, cloud security, and compliance, to guide and mentor consultants and contribute to thought leadership in the field.
• Leads the design and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions and architectures, collaborating with clients to configure and deploy security controls and technologies.
• Offers leadership and support in developing and testing incident response plans.
• Leads and coordinate responses to security incidents and assist clients in recovery efforts.
• Provides strategic guidance to clients on security-related decisions, investments, and initiatives.
• Assist in aligning security with overall business goals.
• Prepares and reviews highly detailed and technical reports, findings, recommendations, and remediation plans for clients.
• May mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering their growth and expertise within the organization.
• Stays at the forefront of cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and industry best practices.

To thrive in this role, you need to have

• Expert knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, compliance standards, and advanced security technologies.
• Expert project management, and client engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute comprehensive security strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, threats, and best practices.
• Good knowledge of the technology industry, including trends, emerging technologies, and their potential impact on cybersecurity.
• Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance frameworks affecting the technology sector.
• Good ability to assess and manage cybersecurity risks at both organizational and project levels.
• Good knowledge of security frameworks and standards like NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS, etc.
• Academic qualifications and certifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science or Engineering or related field.
• Industry relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GSEC or CompTIA Security+ essential.

Required experience

• Extended experience in the Information Technology Security Industry or relevant experience in similar role within a related environment.
• Extended experience with security architecture design principles.
• Extended experience with industry compliance and standards such as ISO 27000, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA or others.
• Extended experience with security tools and techniques to cover SANS Top 25, OWASP or others.
• Extended experience working in a multi-team environment across multiple geographies.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.

Is innovation part of your DNA? Do you want to enable a connected future for people, organizations, and society? Join our growing global NTT family and you’ll be part of the world’s largest ICT company (by revenue). We’ve combined the capabilities of 28 remarkable companies to become one, leading technology services provider. Together, we help our people, clients, and communities do great things with technology to create a more secure and connected future. We employ 40,000 people across 57 countries. By bringing together the world’s best technology companies and emerging innovators, we work together to deliver sustainable outcomes to businesses and the world. Innovation is part of our DNA. We believe it’s key to what makes us different. So, we strive to move forward, challenge the status quo, and drive excellence through the technologies we integrate and the services we deliver around the world. The result is connected cities, connected factories, connected healthcare, connected agriculture, connected conservation, connected mobility, and connected sport. Together we enable the connected future. You’ll be joining a global employer that is committed to attracting, growing and keeping the best talent. A place where you will be at the heart of our success!