Technology Portfolio Management Specialist

SWIFT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial messaging provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Technology Portfolio Management Specialist. In this role, you'll implement and oversee technology governance to align with strategic objectives and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in portfolio management, deep understanding of relevant regulations, and strong stakeholder management skills. This opportunity offers competitive benefits and supports a diverse team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Diverse and inclusive environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technology governance or portfolio management.
• Deep understanding of DORA, NIS2, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Familiar with risk management and resilience planning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the technology portfolio management framework.
• Operationalize SOL and DORA requirements across the technology portfolio.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of technology assets and ensure governance controls.

Skills

Strong leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Customer oriented mindset

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Office Suite

LeanIX

ServiceNow

Power BI

Job description

About Us

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

About the Role:

As a Technology Portfolio Management Specialist in a critical infrastructure organization, you will be responsible to establish and implement a robust technology portfolio management practice for governing the enterprise technology portfolio to ensure strategic alignment, operational resilience, and full compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Swift Oversight Law (SOL) and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). This role is essential in safeguarding digital services and financial stability through robust governance, risk oversight, and lifecycle management of technology assets.

What to Expect:

Technology Portfolio Management Framework

• You will design, evolve and implement the technology portfolio management framework that supports strategic decision‑making and resource optimization.

• You will facilitate structured portfolio reviews, prioritization, and rationalization aligned with risk appetite and regulatory mandates.

Regulatory Compliance

• You will operationalize SOL and DORA requirements across the technology portfolio, including ICT risk management, and third‑party oversight.

• You will maintain audit readiness and support regulatory inspections and inquiries.

Lifecycle & Resilience Management

• You will oversee the full lifecycle of technology assets, ensuring governance controls are applied from acquisition to decommissioning.

• You will support technology modernization initiatives while maintaining compliance and continuity.

Technology Risk Oversight

• You will participate in activities to identify and assess risks associated with critical technology services and infrastructure.
• You will collaborate with cybersecurity, operational risk, and continuity teams to mitigate systemic risks.

Stakeholder Engagement

• You will work closely with business units, technology teams, and vendor management to align portfolio decisions with strategic priorities.

• You will communicate portfolio insights, risks, and compliance status to internal and external stakeholders.

Reporting & Transparency

• You will develop and maintain dashboards and reports on portfolio health, compliance posture, and strategic alignment.

• You will ensure transparency and traceability in governance reporting, including regulatory disclosures and board‑level updates.

What will make you successful?

Soft skills

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and analytical skills

• Autonomous, empowered with the ability to adapt and respond to change

• Customer oriented and quality‑oriented mindset, with strong communication skills

• Open‑minded, curious, solutions oriented, and a true team player – gaining energy through collaboration with others

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Competency skills

• Deep understanding of DORA, NIS2, and other relevant regulatory frameworks

• Experience with governance methodologies such as COBIT, ITIL, TOGAF, or ISO/IEC 27001

• Familiarity with risk management and resilience planning

• Knowledge in collaborative tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Experience with using LeanIX, ServiceNow and Power BI is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, or related field.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in technology governance, portfolio management, or regulatory compliance in critical infrastructure or financial services.

What we offer

We put you in control of career

We give you a competitive package

We help you perform at your best

We help you make a difference

We give you the freedom to be yourself

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.