Manager, Cybersecurity Architecture & Governance (2-year renewable contract)

Lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy across IT, OT, and IoT.

Your new company

A leading organization in transportation and infrastructure is seeking a cybersecurity expert to strengthen its digital governance and security posture across IT, OT, and IoT environments.

Your new role

  • Define and implement cybersecurity frameworks aligned with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, COBIT).

  • Lead cybersecurity operations and governance across IT, OT, and IoT environments.

  • Conduct gap analyses and ensure continuous improvement of security posture.

  • Maintain and enforce IT-related policies, SOPs, and governance practices.

  • Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to drive security initiatives.

  • Oversee security awareness programs, vulnerability management, and advisory services.

  • Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

  • Build team capabilities through technical and soft skill development.

What you'll need to succeed

  • 10–15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with hands-on exposure to IT, OT, and IoT infrastructure.

  • A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of CGPA 3.0 or 2nd class upper.

  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CISM are highly preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO/IEC 27000 series, CoBIT, ITIL).

  • Experience with security operations, tools, and technologies.

  • Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

What you'll get in return

  • A strategic leadership position in a nationally significant organization.

  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies across IT, OT, and IoT domains.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and certification support.

  • Collaborative work culture with cross-functional engagement.

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What you need to do now

Click 'apply now' if you are interested in this role. For further details or a confidential discussion on other opportunities in Cyber Security, please contact Carmen Ling at Hays on email Carmen.Ling@hays.com.my.

At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Cyber Security
Ref:
1280144

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Carmen Ling, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kuala Lumpur
Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

Telephone: +60 3-5870 4999