Security Specialist-Exposure Management

IBM Computing; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting in Singapore is seeking a Security Specialist: Exposure Management to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could affect operations, finances, or reputation. You will apply cyber-security principles and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the organization's security posture.

Key duties include conducting exposure assessments, developing mitigation plans, partnering with cross-functional teams to respond to incidents, and delivering training on exposure management.

Qualifications

• Cyber-security principles and risk mitigation basics.
• Experience with data analysis to identify risks and improve posture.
• Familiarity with exposure management tools: Tenable/Qualys/Nexpose/Rapid7/Ivanti Cisco Kenna.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to respond to incidents.
• Knowledge of industry regulatory requirements related to cyber-security.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risks: conduct exposure assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies by analyzing data to identify emerging risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and respond to incidents.
• Implement training programs on exposure management best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with industry developments and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Risk assessment

Exposure management

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

Tenable

Qualys

Nexpose

Rapid7

Ivanti Neurons

Cisco Kenna

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Security Specialist: Exposure Management, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact the organization’s day-to-day operations, financial stability, and/or reputation. You will demonstrate a strong understanding of cyber-security principles and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Identify and Assess Risks: Conduct exposure assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities, and develop mitigation and remediation plans to address identified risks and vulnerabilities.
• Develop Risk Mitigation Strategies: Analyze data to identify emerging risks and opportunities, and develop strategies to improve cyber-security posture.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization’s security posture and respond to security incidents effectively.
• Implement Training Programs: Develop and implement training programs to educate technical peers on exposure management best practices.
• Stay Up-to-Date with Industry Developments: Stay current with industry developments and regulatory requirements to ensure the organization’s security posture remains effective.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Cyber-Security Principles Understanding: Exposure to cyber-security principles and concepts, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Risk Assessment and Analysis: Experience working with data analysis to identify emerging risks and opportunities, and developing strategies to improve cyber-security posture.
• Exposure Management Tools: Exposure to vulnerability scanning and management tools such as Tenable, Qualys, Nexpose Rapid 7, Ivanti Neurons, and Cisco Kenna.
• Security Posture Enhancement: Experience working with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization’s security posture and respond to security incidents effectively.
• Regulatory Requirements Knowledge: Familiarity with industry developments and regulatory requirements related to cyber-security and exposure management.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Vulnerability Scanning Tools: Exposure to additional vulnerability scanning and management tools beyond Tenable, Qualys, Nexpose Rapid 7, Ivanti Neurons, and Cisco Kenna, is beneficial for this role.
• Advanced Threat Analysis: Experience working with advanced threat analysis and risk assessment methodologies can be an asset in identifying emerging risks and opportunities.
• Cloud Security Knowledge: Familiarity with cloud security principles and exposure management best practices can be advantageous in enhancing the organization’s security posture.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.