CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION TEMPLATE

CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

• Safeguarding information system assets 
• Protecting systems by defining access privileges, control structures and resources
• Implementing security improvements

JOB BRIEF

We are looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to join our team and collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure that cyber security initiatives satisfy organisational objectives. They are in charge of a variety of duties, including process re-engineering and activity documentation in this field. 

A Cyber Security Specialist’s responsibilities include using their skills to detect insecure features and malicious activities within our networks and infrastructure. They will implement customised application security assessments for client-based asset risk, corporate policy compliance as well as conduct vulnerability assessment. They should have an advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.

The specialist’s focus is not only limited to assessing whether vulnerabilities exist but also how those risks could be mitigated which can help provide organisations with more confidence about system stability going forward.

Ultimately, you will work to ensure the security of our business information, employee data and client information throughout our entire network.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits
• Upgrade our network and infrastructure systems 
• Implement and maintain security controls
• Identify and solve potential and actual security problems
• Assess the current situation, evaluating trends and anticipating security requirements
• Keep users informed by preparing performance reports; communicating system status
• Maintain quality service by following organisation standards
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS

• Proven work experience as a Cyber Security Specialist or similar role
• Hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs, network data and other attack artifacts
• Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions
• Proficiency with antivirus and security software
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for cyber security specialist is between RM 5,200 to RM. 6,500