Head of Tech and Cyber Risk

Head of Tech & Cyber Risk job in KL, paying RM 480k for a leading global company.

Your new company

My client is a well-established organisation with a strong market presence and continued investment in cybersecurity and risk management. You'll be part of a progressive environment focused on strengthening cyber resilience and managing evolving technology and cyber risks.

Your new role

• You will play a key role in strengthening the organisation's cyber risk governance and oversight, ensuring technology and cybersecurity risks are effectively identified, assessed, monitored and managed across the business.
  
• You will lead and support cyber risk assessments, evaluate security risks arising from new technologies and digital initiatives, and recommend appropriate controls and mitigation strategies.
  
• The role will also cover third-party and outsourcing risk assessments, ensuring external service providers meet the organisation's security and risk requirements.
  
• You will support the implementation and enhancement of Technology Risk and Cyber Risk Management frameworks, policies and methodologies, while monitoring key cyber risk indicators and preparing dashboards and management reporting.
  
• You will also provide cyber risk advisory to stakeholders and help ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements, including Bank Negara Malaysia requirements.
  
• Working closely with Technology, Information Security, Risk, Compliance and business stakeholders, you will help strengthen cyber risk awareness and provide clear, practical guidance on emerging threats, control gaps and remediation priorities.
  

What you'll need to succeed

You will ideally possess:

• Strong experience in Cyber Risk, Technology Risk, Information Security, IT Risk or IT Audit, ideally within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of cyber risk governance, IT controls, information security and technology risk management.
• Hands-on experience conducting cybersecurity and technology risk assessments, including evaluating control effectiveness and recommending remediation measures.
• Good understanding of third-party, outsourcing and cloud-related security risks and assessments.
• Familiarity with Bank Negara Malaysia regulatory requirements relating to technology and cyber risk.

What you'll get in return

• You'll be offered a salary of RM480k per annum based on skills and experiences.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work for a business that delivers excellent remuneration, career progression and offers global exposure.
• You could also use this opportunity to leverage your strengths and greatest skills in your career as a recognised cyber risk and tech risk leader in the IT or financial services industry.
• Besides, you'll enjoy a dynamic and stimulating fast-paced environment with a team of bright professionals supporting you.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to celeste.yau@hays.com.my. Please call Celeste Yau at Hays on 03-78906313 to find out more about the opportunity as well. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career in Finance Technology/Executive C-level position.