Information Security Officer

The Information Security Officer (ISO) Malaysia is a key role within the Allianz Technology’s global IS organization. The ISO is accountable for the information security of the environment supporting the Allianz businesses in Malaysia, including oversight of related ISMS activities, risk identification, assessment, prevention, and remediation. The ISO (Malaysia) provides advice to regional management as well as to the local Allianz Technology Malaysia Functions with respect to Information Security risk areas, included services provided by 3rd parties. In his/her function, the ISO will be instrumental in building up and integrating IS assurance capabilities and have a direct functional reporting line to the Allianz Technology Malaysia Head of IT as well as the APAC Regional ISO.

You will

• Oversee the Information Security function in Malaysia and liaise with regional and central Information Security Teams
• Support regional and local executive body in their regulatory Information Security-related governance requirements and their responsibility to set up sound organizational and operational structures and procedures
• Serve as central contact person for information security-related matters in Malaysia, including interfaces to business, partners, customers, and other safeguarding functions
• Provide information security consulting and liaison with all relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure the effective implementation of Information Security principles and procedures during the full-service life cycle of services offered by Allianz Technology, including those provided by external parties and outsourcing partners.
• Systematically assess the effectiveness of security controls in all services provided by Allianz Technology, its partners and third-party providers.
• Support the implementation of Group-wide IS framework, regulatory requirements, and industry security standards in all Allianz Technology services and in projects; oversee the compliance reporting process for local entities; assess and address deviations from security policies and contractual security provisions, as well as developing effective strategies to mitigate identified information security risks.
• Regularly exchange with and contribute to the regional and global Allianz Technology ISO community.

Your skills

• Long track record of experience in IT, 5 years+ experience in Information Security related fields and/and or risk management
• Sound knowledge of IT security technology, architecture and processes and profound knowledge of information security management systems and relevant industry standards and control frameworks (in particular ISO270xx, COBIT2019); local regulatory standards
• Professional experience with supplier management (including Cloud providers), IT outsourcing and relevant control frameworks; track record in defining and monitoring contractual information security provisions
• Proven track record in people management and/or project management in complex enterprise environments.
• University degree in computer science, natural sciences etc. or equivalent professional experience
• Ability to cope with high workload, and being able to exercise good levels of independence, judgment and initiative
• Proficient in English language, excellent international communication skills including the ability to prepare professional documentation for various audiences and senior management
• Desirable certifications: CISM/ CISSP; ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

Your benefits:

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
• From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach

About Allianz Technology

Allianz Technology is the global IT service provider for Allianz and delivers IT solutions that drive the digitalization of the Group. With more than 13,000 employees located in 22 countries around the globe, Allianz Technology works together with other Allianz entities in pioneering the digitalization of the financial services industry.

We oversee the full digitalization spectrum – from one of the industry’s largest IT infrastructure projects that includes data centers, networking and security, to application platforms that span from workplace services to digital interaction. In short, we deliver full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the working environment. We are interested in your strengths and experience. We welcome all applications from all people regardless of gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, disability, or philosophy of life.

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