Senior Cyber Risk & Security Standards Lead

Averis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Averis is seeking a Lead, Cybersecurity Risk Management & Security Standard to drive enterprise risk governance across cybersecurity, AI, cloud, OT, and data protection in Kuala Lumpur. You will shape risk policies, standards, and oversight with senior leadership and risk committees.

The role requires a strong track record in technology risk, compliance, and leadership within regulated environments, with a focus on security baselines and program delivery.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in Technology Risk, Cybersecurity or Enterprise Risk Management.
• 5+ years in a leadership/management role in regulated environments.
• CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CISA, CGEIT, CCSP or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance Enterprise Technology Risk Management framework and governance.
• Oversee risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting across Cybersecurity, Cloud, AI, OT, and Data Protection.
• Provide independent risk advisory to business and IT stakeholders and support transformative programs.
• Develop risk dashboards, KRIs/KPIs, and executive risk reporting.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

Risk management

Executive communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT / Cyber Security / Risk Management / CS

Master's Degree

Job description

Averis is seeking a Lead, Cybersecurity Risk Management & Security Standard to drive enterprise risk governance across cybersecurity, AI, cloud, OT, and data protection in Kuala Lumpur. You will shape risk policies, standards, and oversight with senior leadership and risk committees.

The role requires a strong track record in technology risk, compliance, and leadership within regulated environments, with a focus on security baselines and program delivery.