Senior Consultant- Digital Risks

Control Risks; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Senior Consultant in Cyber Assurance to lead engagements and enhance clients' cybersecurity posture. The role involves managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in risk management and relevant cybersecurity certifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or IT auditing.
• Expertise in cybersecurity standards and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to analyze complex security data.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cyber assurance projects including IT audits and risk assessments.
• Design cybersecurity controls in line with regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and supervise junior consultants.

Skills

Risk Management

Cybersecurity

Client Engagement

Audit Processes

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Master’s degree (preference)

Tools

Vulnerability Scanning Tools

Cyber Risk Assessment Tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Consultant- Cyber Assurance to join our growing cybersecurity assurance team. In this role, you will lead and deliver high-impact cyber risk and assurance engagements, helping clients navigate regulatory requirements, manage information security risks, and enhance their cybersecurity posture.

You will play a key role in project delivery, client engagement, and mentoring junior staff, while also contributing to the development of new service offerings and best practices.

Tasks and responsibilities:

The Senior Consultant will take responsibility for individual and client-facing outputs in the following areas:

Delivering digital risk and cyber security engagements

• Lead and manage cyber assurance projects including IT audits, risk assessments, ISO 27001 readiness, SOC 2, NIST, PCI-DSS, and other compliance frameworks.

• Design, assess, and implement cybersecurity controls in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

• Perform cybersecurity maturity assessments and develop tailored improvement roadmaps.

• Guide clients through internal and external audit processes, including preparation, audits, testing, and remediation planning.

• Identify control gaps and recommend practical, risk-based solutions aligned with business objectives.

• Produce high-quality deliverables, such as risk reports, gap assessments, audit reports, and executive summaries.

• Build strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity and risk issues.

• Support business development efforts, including proposals, presentations, and thought leadership.

• Mentor and supervise junior consultants, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

Business development & practice growth

• Identify opportunities for additional services during engagements and contribute to proposal writing and client presentations.

• Assist in developing new service offerings, market insights, and go-to-market strategies for the cyber assurance practice.

• Participate in industry events, webinars, or networking opportunities to represent the firm’s cyber capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or IT auditing

• Demonstrable expertise leading the delivery of assessments based on cybersecurity standards and frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, IS27001 and 27002, SOC2, Center for Internet Security (CIS) best practices, PCI-DSS, CSA Cloud Controls Matrix, GDPR, HIPAA, HITRUST, etc.

• Hands-on experience with tools and platforms used for cyber risk assessments, vulnerability scanning, and audit processes

• Strong understanding of information security domains such as access control, encryption, vulnerability management, network security, and incident response.

• Evidence of supporting clients overcome cybersecurity challenges in a broad array of sectors which may include, but is not limited to: Technology, Financial Services, and Retail.

• A deep understanding of governance, standards, and compliance as they pertain to cyber security.

• Ability to analyze complex security data and translate findings into industry specific recommendations.

Desired Skills:

• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, SCP, CCNP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or other relevant security or risk management certifications.

• Experience working in a global organization and understanding of the challenges involved in managing risks across multiple jurisdictions.

• Project management skills to manage multiple assessments, stakeholders, and deadlines effectively.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical audiences.

• Knowledge of cloud security, supply chain security, secure software development, encryption standards, security tools, and emerging threats related to third-party relationships.