Senior Information Security Specialist, Allianz

Allianz

Location:
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

The role focuses on ensuring Information Security Risk preparedness for Allianz entities, overseeing risk identification, assessment, and mitigation while supporting BCM and Outsourcing Management.

Job Responsibility:

Formulate and implement the information security strategy, risk appetite, policies, and action plans in compliance with Allianz Group standards and regulatory requirements, including MAS, PDPC, and the Cyber Security Agency
Identify, analyze, and recommend controls and mitigation measures for identified risks
Monitor emerging technologies and trends to assess their impact on the business environment
lead initiatives to address associated risks while ensuring regulatory compliance
Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems while managing information security incidents and crises
Promote a culture of awareness to foster sustainable information security practices
Collaborate with IT, Risk, Compliance, and Business teams to integrate security requirements into all projects
Develop and implement a robust BCM program aligned with group and regulatory requirements to address emerging risks
Lead BCM exercises and guide Crisis Management Team members in responding to crisis scenarios
Identify risks and controls related to BCM through regular exercises and testing
Oversee BCM reporting to local regulators, the OE Board of Management, and Allianz’s Regional and Global Teams
Support and coordinate BCM initiatives by working closely with business owners to monitor and address critical processes
Serve as the interface for BCM-related matters with Operational Risk Management, Group Security Offices, and external working groups
Oversee the implementation of the outsourcing process in accordance with Allianz Group and local policies
Ensure compliance with local outsourcing regulations and enforce Allianz’s outsourcing policy standards.

Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years in business continuity planning/management and IT security, with at least 5 years in cybersecurity and information security governance
At least 3 years of experience in outsourcing risk management, preferably in the financial sector
Proven track record in leading and facilitating BCM exercises, including Industry-Wide Exercises
Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, COBIT, CIS Top 20, and NIST
Strong knowledge of technical IT and security concepts, including Active Directory, DNS, firewalls, networking, Web Application Firewalls, DLP, and IPS/IDS
Practical experience in risk management, change management, and incident management processes
Familiarity with the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (DevSecOps)
Strong understanding of local outsourcing regulations and MAS guidelines is highly preferred.

What we offer:

Diverse and inclusive work environment
Equal opportunity employer
Professional career development opportunities.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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