Senior Cybersecurity Engineering Specialist

Job Summary

This role requires a seasoned cybersecurity professional with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to drive security engineering initiatives at an enterprise level.

Job Description

• Lead the design, implementation, paperwork, and continuous enhancement of cybersecurity engineering solutions to address evolving threats and business needs.
• Define and implement security frameworks, standards, and best practices aligned with industry benchmarks and regulatory requirements from CS Architecture and Engineering perspective.
• Lead the integration of DevSecOps principles into the software development lifecycle, ensuring security is embedded from design to deployment.
• Design and implement cloud security strategies, ensuring secure architecture and compliance for cloud-native applications and hybrid environments.
• Evaluate, recommend, and drive the adoption of advanced security technologies to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Provide technical leadership and SME in threat modeling, security automation, and security architecture.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, not limited to: IT, risk management, compliance, vendors, and partners, to ensure security requirements are met.
• Drive the development of security solution blueprints, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and IT infrastructure.
• PM or Project coordinator for cybersecurity infrastructure deployments, ensuring seamless integration with existing environments and optimized security controls.
• Familiar in-depth security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and risk mitigation planning for enterprise systems.
• Develop and implement security automation strategies to improve efficiency, threat detection, and response capabilities.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to cybersecurity engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and security excellence.
• Support the development of cybersecurity strategic and tactical plans, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and security roadmap.
• Ensure seamless transition from cybersecurity engineering to operations, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and training.
• Continuously monitor and analyze emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices to proactively strengthen security defenses.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Min 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, architecture, and solutioning, with a proven track record of technical leadership.
• Industry certifications such as CCSP,CISSP, CCSK,CISM, OSCP, TOGAF, or equivalent security technology certifications (e.g., Cloud Security, Firewall, IDS/IPS, PIM/PAM, IAM, Zero Trust).
• Expertise in designing and implementing enterprise security solutions across networks, cloud environments, and applications.
• Extensive hands-on experience in security architecture, threat modeling, and cybersecurity automation.
• Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks (AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience in securing hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with cybersecurity engineering disciplines, including:Security Architecture & Solutioning (Min 2 years), Cybersecurity Technology Implementation (Min 2 years), Security Operations & Incident Response (Min 2 years), Cybersecurity Design & Planning (Min 1 year)
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS, SOC 2).
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust principles, Cloud Security, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Next-Gen Firewalls.
• Hands-on experience with security automation, SIEM, SOAR, and advanced threat intelligence platforms or any security controls are advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting cybersecurity strategies to senior management.
• Ability to handle complex security challenges, drive innovation, and influence cybersecurity strategy within the organization.
  
  

Next Steps

Thank you for taking the first step towards joining our team at CelcomDigi! After submitting your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and reach out to shortlisted candidates to guide you through the next steps, including a pre-screening conversation, interviews and or assessments.

At CelcomDigi, we aspire to be Malaysia’s leading telco-tech company — the nation’s digital growth engine — powering transformation through 5G, AI, and innovation that impacts over 20 million customers. Here, your role goes beyond work. It’s about enabling businesses to thrive, connecting communities, and advancing society, as we build a brand rooted in trust, reliability and customer excellence. Aligned with our employer value proposition, Grow with Purpose. Build with Trust, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate responsibly and create digital solutions that truly make a difference. If you're driven, future focused, and ready to be part of something bigger, we want you on our team.

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