Role: VP Security Engineer (AS400)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (WFO, 5 Days)
Company: Confidential
Permanent Role
Job Description
The AS400 Security Engineer will be a key member of the Infrastructure Security Engineering team, responsible for the design, implementation, and support of security solutions across AS400 and Mainframe platforms. This role ensures the security configuration standards and technical assurance of systems managed by the infrastructure and platform teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, deploy, maintain, and enhance infrastructure security capabilities for AS400 and Mainframe platforms.
- Support day-to-day operations of the bank's security suite of products with a focus on AS400 and Mainframe.
- Manage and execute security-related change requests related to AS400 and Mainframe systems.
- Develop and maintain documentation, including Security Standards, Access Control Baselines, and operational processes.
- Identify and implement automation opportunities for AS400 System & Security Administration.
- Collaborate with Business and Systems Services teams to align infrastructure and application requirements with GIS-managed security solutions.
- Provide production support and monitoring to ensure control efficacy and solution reliability.
- Conduct product research, define requirements, and perform technical Proof of Concept for new security initiatives.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of AS400 security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with industry best practices.
- Respond to audit and regulatory requests with timely and accurate information.
Requirements Education:
- Diploma/Degree in Engineering/Computer Science/IT/cybersecurity from a recognized education institution
- Professional security-related qualifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM, etc.) will be favorable although not mandatory
Technical Skills:
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in performing AS400 Security Administration and/or management of AS400 Application systems, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience in managing projects (preferably AS400 related projects)
- Hands-on experience with AS400-related programming languages
- Proven experience leading relevant security programs in large organizations
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements such as MAS TRM, PCI DSS, etc.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
- Process-aware mindset
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Team management experience
- Team player, including ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and across the organization
