Senior Manager, Group Information Security Engineering (endpoint)

FWD Life Insurance Group

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hybrid (not specified, inferred from the nature of the role and company culture)
10 years it security management experience
Endpoint protection solutions engineering
Microsoft defender for endpoint and crowdstrike falcon
FWD Life Insurance Group is seeking a Senior Manager for Group Information Security Engineering, focused on endpoint security solutions. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in IT security management, particularly within the financial services sector, and will drive the implementation of security measures while mentoring junior staff

Job Summary

  • Drive the FWD IT Security Engineering function as a subject matter expert across 10 Business Units in Asia Pacific.
  • Manage and engineer endpoint protection solutions including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and CrowdStrike Falcon while enforcing hardening standards.
  • Lead large-scale project deliveries and mentor junior resources to ensure alignment with Group IT Security strategies.

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FWD Life Insurance Group is seeking a Senior Manager for Group Information Security Engineering, focused on endpoint security solutions. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in IT security management, particularly within the financial services sector, and will drive the implementation of security measures while mentoring junior staff.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years IT Security Management experience
  • Endpoint protection solutions engineering
  • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and CrowdStrike Falcon
  • Cloud security architecture design
  • Scripting automation with PowerShell Python KQL
  • CIS Benchmarks and internal hardening standards

Nice-to-have

  • Regional experience in Asia Pacific markets
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proactive and collaborative mindset
  • Excellent interpersonal and influential skills
  • Continuous evaluation of emerging technologies

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years working experience in IT Security Management
  • Degree in Information Technology or equivalent discipline
  • Relevant Information security and cloud related certifications preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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