Job Description

BettingJobs are working with a well-established B2B/B2C business with teams located in several countries globally, they are searching for a Cybersecurity Manager to join their team in Kuala Lumpur.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the group's cybersecurity strategy in alignment with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee security operations, including monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and forensic investigation.
• Lead continuous improvement of information security controls, policies, and standards across all regions and platforms.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with international and regional standards (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR, NIST, and local gaming regulations).
• Partner with legal and compliance teams to align security posture with evolving jurisdictional requirements.
• Manage the daily operations and introduce a new Security Operations Centre (SOC), ensuring timely detection and response to incidents.
• Establish and maintain key security metrics and dashboards for executive reporting.
• Oversee vendor relationships for security tools, audits, and managed services.
• Work closely with DevOps, Infrastructure, and Product teams to embed security into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Support awareness programs, security training, and culture-building initiatives across technical and non-technical teams.
• Act as the primary liaison for cybersecurity matters with regulators, auditors, and external partners.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 7+ years' experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a managerial or lead role.
• Deep technical expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS / Azure / GCP), endpoint protection, and SIEM management.
• Experience in gaming, fintech, or other high-volume transactional industries preferred.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) are desirable.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in English; proficiency in an Asian language (Mandarin, Thai, Bahasa, etc.) is an advantage.

Skills Required