AVP-VP: Cyber Risk & Security Manager

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintains strong credit ratings across our global integrated network. We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

JOB SUMMARY

As IT Security Manager for Technology Governance Services, responsible to ensure compliance on IT Security related regulatory and Head Office policies and provide IT Security advisory to IT department. This role reports to the Head of Technology Governance Services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific core responsibilities include the following:

1. Cyber Security Management
2. Conduct comprehensive threat analyses to identify potential vulnerabilities and cyber threats to the organization’s information systems.
3. Assist in the development and enforcement of cyber security policies and procedures in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
4. Continuously monitor security systems and networks for unusual activities or breaches, responding to incidents as necessary.
5. Instilling awareness and providing support on delivering IT security awareness training programs to educate IT team about best practices and potential risks.
6. Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate security breaches and implement corrective actions to mitigate future risks.
7. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to evaluate the effectiveness of security measures in place.
8. Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations, frameworks, and standards.
9. Work closely with IT departments to ensure that security measures are integrated into all technology projects and initiatives.
10. Prepare and present detailed reports on cyber security incidents, trends, and the overall security posture to senior management and stakeholders.
11. Track and manage IT audit issues until closures.
12. Seeks to automate processes and controls to reduce manual tasks and improve quality of audit evidence.
13. Proactively support the department assignments.
14. Stay updated on emerging threats and industry best practices, recommending improvements to enhance the organization’s cyber security strategy.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Attributes

Essential (Must-have)

Recognized university degree or master’s in Computer Science, Manage Information Science, Commerce / Business Administration, Banking and Finance or equivalent.

Industry level technical and soft skill certifications (e.g CISM).

Work or Professional Experience

Minimum 5 to 7 years or more working experience in managing IT Security.

Functional or Technical Competencies

Strong experience in planning and coordinating with business and IT teams to establish IT Security.

Good understanding of Banking Technology function.

Good understanding of BNM guidelines and banking act. Proficient with BNM RMiT & Paynet requirement.

Proficient with regional central banks governance requirement.

Strong experience in coordinating project teams.

Strong experience in managing stakeholders and senior management.

Personal Attributes

Proven ability to work in a fast-paced technical and business environment, and able to multi-task whilst delivering high quality solutions.

Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills.

Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail.

Strong innovative mentality and mindset.

Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Highly self-motivated and directed. Strong sense of urgency and ability to function independently without supervision.