Section Head, Cybersecurity Architecture

Section Head, Cybersecurity Architecture

Closing Date: 31/08/2025

Section Head, Cybersecurity Architecture

Life at U Mobile

We are Passionate, Innovative, Trustworthy, Team-Oriented & Fun-Loving.

At U Mobile, we are always on the lookout for great talents and passionate individuals to join our growing team.
Let’s start your journey with an award-winning organization!

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Top Reasons To Join Us!

• Awarded For:
  • Most Preferred Employers in Telecommunication Industry (2022, 2023 & 2024)
  • Bronze Winner in Cross-Generational Workforce Engagement (2024)
  • Gold Winner for Excellence in Workplace Culture (2021)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, optical and insurance benefits
• Flexi working hours arrangements
• Staff Line & Device Subsidy
• Smart Casual Attire
• Child Parental Care Leave
• Convenient location with access to public transport (Imbi Monorail/Bukit Bintang MRT)
• Special employee discounts for selected F&B Brands

Role

The Day-To-Day Activities

Key Accountabilities.

Team Management

• KPI (Key Performance Index) setting for direct reports, monitor and periodic review to assure KPI met
• Overseeing the management of the IT security department, giving leadership to the team and developing staff

Budget

• Manage Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operational Expenditure (OPEX) budget

IT Security

• Responsible for developing and implementing U Mobile's Cyber Security plan.
• Devising strategies and implementing IT solutions to minimise the risk of cyber-attacks
• Responsible for planning and monitoring all activities related to IT security in UM, including establishing security policies, auditing their effectiveness, ensuring user compliance, and updating policies and systems regularly.

IT Risk And Policy Management

• Manage all activities related to IT risks, including Business Continuity Plans.

Partners And Vendors Management

• Manage and monitor KPIs to ensure IT partners' deliverables meet contract specifications and T&C.

Stakeholders Management

• Coordinate and maintain relationships across departments to deliver solutions that meet business needs.

Timely Reporting and Analysis

• Report project status and escalate issues as needed.
• Conduct project post-mortems to identify successes and areas for improvement.
• Report security posture and incidents quarterly for the Audit committee.
• Report all Cyber Security incidents.

About You

Job Requirements

• Degree in IT with at least 18 years of experience in a technical IT role.
• Digital leadership skills to empower and lead an IT team.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing IT landscape and stay updated with new security technologies.
• Passion for technology and security.
• Strong analytical, communication, and multi-tasking skills.
• Experience in vendor management, budgeting, and familiarity with Billing systems, CRM, and Telco Operations Systems.
• Knowledge of Financial Services Regulations.

What’s Next?

Once you have applied online, our team will review your application. Due to high volume, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.