Cybersecurity Specialist

MKI IT SOLUTIONS (ASIA PACIFIC) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic IT solutions company based in Singapore seeks a cybersecurity specialist. The role involves providing technical advice, managing IT initiatives, and ensuring cybersecurity across customer networks. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and a degree in Information Technology. Communication skills are crucial, as the position demands service provision to clients across North and South America, addressing their specific business requirements. This is a versatile role allowing for remote and on-site work as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience related to cybersecurity in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards/guidelines such as NIST/PCI DSS/ISO 27001/HIPAA.
• Preferably security-related certification such as CISSP/CISA/ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Provide service to customers in North/Mid/South America.
• Propose effective cybersecurity services to customers.
• Manage IT initiatives in collaboration with technical staff and vendors.
• Design IT systems and networks ensuring cybersecurity.

Skills

Cybersecurity Assessment

Network/Infra Vulnerability Check

Penetration Test

Interpersonal Communication

Problem-Solving

Visual Documentation Skill

Proficient in English

Proficient in Spanish

Education

4 years degree in Information Technology

Tools

Cybersecurity Tools

Job description

Required Skills / Competencies

Technical

• Proven working experience as a cybersecurity specialist.
• Capability of project task management must be needed.
• Strong knowledge & expertise of cybersecurity related activities such as a) Cybersecurity Assessment (document/interview based), b) Network/Infra Vulnerability Check by tool and by manual, c) Penetration Test
• Strong knowledge & expertise of cybersecurity tools such as a) Vulnerability Scan, b) Penetration Test
• Preferably some knowledge & expertise of cybersecurity related activities such as IT audit/IT internal control
• Preferably some knowledge & expertise of cybersecurity tools such as Endpoint Management / Behavioral Analytics/DLP
• Preferably some knowledge & expertise of cybersecurity standards / guidelines such as NIST /PCI DSS / ISO 27001 / ISMS / HIPAA
• Preferably some security relatedcertification such as CISSP / CISA / ISO 27001

Communication

• Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills and an analytical mind with problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to work independently and co-work with team member in rapid changing environment and exhibit strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Express difficult and complex concepts or incidents clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, especially with advanced documentation skill (visualization such as diagram and chart).
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with administrators, technical and functional team members, and users.
• Can be adjusted with customer’s policies/standards for his/her cybersecurity task execution flexibly.
• Proficient in English and Spanish as required in daily work. Portuguese (read/write/speak) is a plus.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides service to customers in North/Mid/South America.
• Understands customer requirements and business objectives. Propose effective cybersecurity service to customers with appropriate solution.
• Provides managerial/technical advice on using cybersecurity knowledge and technology to achieve goals and add value.
• Manages IT initiatives and collaborate with technical staffs and 3rd party vendors.
• Designs IT systems and networks ensuring the cybersecurity. Provides assistance with technical issues.
• Work both independently & as part of a team to complete assigned projects successfully, on time & within budget. Monitor risks and proactively escalate and communicate with team members and stake holders as needed.
• Provides technical advice, training and support to customer’s IT staff as designated by management.

Education and field experiences

• 4 years degree in Information Technology or equivalent discipline / experience.
• Must have 5+ years’ experience related to cybersecurity in corporate environment.

Others

• Candidate can work in the time zones of EST, CST
• Candidate can work remote and / or on-site when needed in the areas of NY/NJ/CT or Houston

Disclaimer: This Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.