Security Specialist-Exposure Management

IBM; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting in Singapore seeks a Security Specialist: Exposure Management to identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting operations, finances, and reputation. You will apply cyber-security principles and partner with stakeholders to strengthen defenses.

You will conduct exposure assessments, develop mitigation plans, collaborate with cross-functional teams, deliver training, and stay current with industry and regulatory developments to keep the security posture strong.

Qualifications

• Exposure management and risk assessment principles.
• Experience with data analysis to identify risks and improve security posture.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to cyber-security.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risks through exposure assessments and remediation plans.
• Develop strategies to mitigate emerging cyber-security risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and respond to incidents.
• Implement training programs on exposure management best practices.
• Stay updated on industry developments and regulatory changes.

Skills

Cyber-Security Principles

Risk Assessment & Analysis

Exposure Management Tools

Security Posture Enhancement

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.