Security Operations Specialist

AXA Group Operations; Puchong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company in Malaysia is seeking a Security Operations Specialist to manage security incident response and management. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in SOC, a degree in IT or Computer Science, and relevant cybersecurity certifications. Responsibilities include developing incident response plans, monitoring security systems, and coordinating incident responses with various teams. This position offers a chance to work in a diverse environment with numerous opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of professional experience in SOC and/or Security Incident Management.
• Relevant cybersecurity certification (CISSP, GCIH) is a plus.
• Proven experience in investigating and responding to security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the organization's incident response plan.
• Monitor security systems and logs for potential incidents.
• Investigate security incidents to determine scope and impact.
• Coordinate response to security incidents with IT and legal teams.
• Provide updates to management on security incidents.
• Conduct post-incident analysis for improvement.
• Stay updated with emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Participate in incident response exercises.

Skills

Incident Response Plan Development

Security Incident Monitoring

Security Incident Investigation

Security Incident Coordination

Analytical Problem-Solving

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer Science

Tools

MS Office

Power BI

MS Sentinel

ArcSight

Job description

About AXA

As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working for 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.

About The Entity

AXA is becoming a sustainable tech-led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation.

We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.

We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.

At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:

• State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
• State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
• High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities

Job purpose

As a Security Operations Specialist, your main objective is to involve in Security Incident Response and Management.

Your Responsibilities Include

• Develop and maintain the organization's incident response plan and procedures.
• Monitor security systems and logs for potential security incidents.
• Investigate security incidents to determine their scope, cause, and impact.
• Coordinate the response to security incidents, working closely with other teams such as IT, legal, and communications.
• Provide regular updates to management and stakeholders on the status of security incidents.
• Conduct post-incident analysis to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and deliver security incident response training to employees.
• Stay up to date with emerging threats and vulnerabilities and ensure that our incident response plans are effective against them.
• Participate in incident response exercises and drills to test and improve our incident response capabilities.

Expected Skills & Experience

Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer Science or relevant courses
• 3 - 5 years of professional experience in SOC and/or Security Incident Management process
• Relevant cybersecurity professional certification is an advantage (i.e., CISSP, Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), etc.)

Technical Skills

• Proven experience in investigating and responding to security incidents
• Strong knowledge of information security concepts, technologies, and best practices.
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Knowledge of SIEM and relevant Cyber Security product such as MS Sentinel, MS ADX, ArcSight, and etc.
• Possess relevant skills in reporting tool (i.e., MS Office, Power BI, etc.)

Soft Skills / Transversal Skills

• Excellent writing and presentation skills are required in order to communicate findings and status
• Detail oriented, organized, methodical, follow up skills with an analytical thought process
• Innovative and efficiency focused
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

What We Offer

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.