Company Description
Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) is a financial institution committed to delivering comprehensive financial services to all Malaysians with a mission to provide a better life for all. With over 7,500 employees, BSN has 386 branches, and more than 2,000 Registered Banking Agents (EB BSN) nationwide. Its wide range of products and services, including conventional and Islamic savings, wealth management, micro-business, personal financing, automobile financing, and cards, are designed to promote financial inclusiveness and improve the financial prospects of Malaysians.
Job Responsibilities
- Cybersecurity Strategy & Vision: Define and lead the enterprise-wide information security strategy and roadmap, aligning with BSN's business goals and emerging threat landscape.
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC): Establish, enforce, and manage robust security policies, standards, and risk assessment frameworks, ensuring compliance with BNM guidelines, PDPA, and international best practices.
- Security Operations & Incident Management: Oversee security operations, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and leading effective incident response and crisis management.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key advisor to the Board and senior management, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders on all security matters.
- Team Leadership & Culture: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing cybersecurity team, cultivating a strong security-aware culture across the organization.
- Budget & Resource Management: Manage the security budget and optimize resource allocation for maximum protection.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master's degree is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in Information Security and IT, with at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., CISO, Head of Information Security) within a financial institution or other highly regulated industry.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide information security programs.
- Strong understanding of the Malaysian financial regulatory landscape, particularly Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) guidelines related to IT risk management and cybersecurity.
- Proven track record in managing security operations, incident response, and risk management frameworks.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- High degree of integrity and professional ethics.
- Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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BSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and promote equality, ensuring no discrimination based on age, disability, gender, race, religion, or belief. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, valuing talent, skills, and potential. Selection is based solely on individual merit.
