A global financial institution, which is fully regulated by the MFSA is looking for an Information Security Specialist to join their team in Malta. You will form a proactive part of the team, responsible for safeguarding the information assets of the Group and will contribute to on-going efforts to maintain adequate security levels of Group information, operations, processes, and IT systems. The ideal candidate will be in possession of current Information Security qualifications, together with relevant experience. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for this role, GRS look forward to receiving your CV for this Malta based Information Security Specialist role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Definition, upkeep and enforcement of the Group information security program, policies and practices
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Identification, prioritisation, investigation and reporting of existing and potential information security issues, anomalies and violations that may result in risk to Group business
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Supporting the coordination of the management and monitoring of security information and events, of security incident management and response, and security patch management
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Recommendation, development and implementation of appropriate security controls and ensuring that such controls operate as intended
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Supporting the vulnerability management and penetration testing program, as well as the creation and monitoring of corresponding remediation plans
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Assessment and periodic review of information security risks for new and ongoing initiatives
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Communication with internal and external stakeholders with respect to security issues, including the promotion of security awareness within the Group and development of the security awareness program
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Research and maintaining up-to-date expertise on current security intelligence, issues, exploits and trends, together with regulatory and statutory security obligations
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Support duties in relation to information security matters as may be required; and
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Any other duties related to the protection of the information assets of the Group, as delegated by management
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Expected to blend a strong understanding of technology together with an effective risk-based approach to security
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Prior working experience within demanding mission-critical environments having high exposure to well-established security practices
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Be in possession of current Information Security qualifications from leading independent associations is highly desirable. Whilst not essential, any other specialized infosec certifications may be considered as assets
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A team player, showing initiative and commitment together with a capacity for taking on responsibility and meeting tight deadlines.
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You would be willing to support the Group after standard office hours as may be necessary from time to time and must also be able to communicate clearly and effectively, through firm command of the verbal and written English language.
COMPANY BENEFITS
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Study support scheme for continuous development
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Subsidised loans
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Subsidised mortgage scheme
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Flexible working
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Fitness allowance
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Childcare allowance
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Pension
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Health & Life insurance
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Dental insurance
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Personal accident insurance
Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Michelle Cooper, michellec@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call
+356 27780664 for further information.