Cyber Security Specialist

• Company Artanis Cloud Sdn Bhd
• No. of Openings 10+
• Salary Not Disclosed
• Work Type on-site

Job Description :

Objectives of this Role

• Guard all company data, particularly sensitive data, from both internal and external threats by designing broad defences against would-be intruders
• Take the lead on day-to-day monitoring for unusual activities, implement defensive protocols, and report incidents
• Collaborate with other members of the cybersecurity team to develop new protocols, layers of protection, and other both proactive and defensive systems that stay one step ahead of cyber criminals
• Maintain security guidelines, procedures, standards and controls documentation
• Maintain a working knowledge of current cybercrime tactics

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Collect data on current security measures for risk analysis and write regular systems-status reports
• Constantly monitor for attack and run appropriate defensive protocols if breaches occur
• Conduct vulnerability testing to identify weaknesses and collaborate with cybersecurity team to update defensive protocols as necessary
• Configure anti-virus systems, firewalls, data centres and software updates with a security-first mindset
• Grant credentials to authorized users, monitor access-related activities and check for unregistered information changes
• Help lead employee training against phishing and other forms of cyberattack

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in information systems, information technology or related field
• 2-5 years’ experience in cybersecurity at a mid- to large-size business
• Strong knowledge of IT, including hardware software and networks
• A meticulous eye for detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, logic, and forensics skills
• Ability to work successfully in both individual and team settings
• Ability to think like a hacker in order to stay one step ahead