VP Security Strategy, Architecture & Planning (Reporting to a CISO)

Salary Range up to: RM 30k

Location :Kuala Lumpur

Job Summary  

To provide leadership and manage the security architecture team. The incumbent is responsible for
developing and implementing the overall security architecture strategy and ensuring the company’s
information security systems are effectively designed, well maintained and aligned with the company’s
goals and objectives.

About your role:

  • Develop and implement the overall security architecture strategy, ensuring that it aligns with the company’s goals and objectives.
  • Manage and lead the security architecture team, ensuring that they are well-coordinated and aligned with the company’s vision.
  • Identify various approaches/ methods/ options for resoling(s) in meeting the business objectives.
  • Define, implement, and maintain the company’s security architecture policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain the company’s security architecture framework, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for mitigation.
  • Review and approve security architecture designs and solutions to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
  • Provide security architecture guidance and oversight for new incaves and projects.
  • Collaborate with other departments and teams to ensure security architecture considerations are considered during the development and implementation of new systems and applications.
  • Keep abreast of emerging security threats and trends and recommend appropriate measures to ensure the company’s security posture is maintained.

Criteria to meet:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Business acumen and in-depth technical understanding to provide workable solutions in meeting business objectives and maintain information/ cyber security.
  • Deep understanding of security architecture principles, methodologies, and frameworks.
  • Extensive experience with security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI-DSS.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively.
  • Relevant industry certification such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, or acknowledged Cyber Security Architecture certification are desirable.
  • Strategic thinking to develop a long-term security architecture strategy.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify vulnerableness and risks.
  • Communication skills to convey technical concepts.
  • Regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
  • Business acumen to balance security needs with business objectives.
  • Adaptability to keep up with emerging threats and maintain an effective security posture

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