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Urgent! Information Security Specialist(IT, Cloud & Application- Global Scope) Job Opening In Kuala Lumpur – Now Hiring Appnovation

Information Security Specialist(IT, Cloud & Application Global Scope)



Job description

Overview

Senior Associate IT Security at Appnovation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

This hybrid role combines strategic security planning with hands-on implementation across IT infrastructure and development projects, serving as a security champion for engineering teams working on mobile applications, websites, cloud infrastructure, and data processing pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation and maintenance of information security controls across all company systems and infrastructure
  • Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential weaknesses
  • Manage and respond to security incidents, coordinating investigation and remediation efforts in accordance with incident response procedures
  • Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring alignment with business requirements and regulatory compliance
  • Configure and manage security tools including anti-malware software, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM platforms
  • Oversee identity and access management (IAM) implementation, including multi-factor authentication and privileged access management
  • Provide security expertise for client projects, conducting security assessments and recommending appropriate controls; collaborate with IT team members to resolve security tickets
  • Integrate SAST tools into development pipelines and conduct regular code security analysis
  • Deploy and manage AI-powered code analysis tools to identify security vulnerabilities in mobile, web, and cloud infrastructure code
  • Partner with tech leads and engineering teams to review findings, prioritize remediation, and implement secure coding practices
  • Conduct security assessments of mobile apps (iOS/Android), API security, and data protection
  • Assess security of cloud deployments, data pipelines, and serverless architectures (AWS and GCP)
  • Generate security reports for development projects and communicate findings to senior engineering leadership
  • Provide security consultation during architecture and design phases
  • Monitor threat intelligence and security advisories to proactively address vulnerabilities
  • Manage relationships with security vendors and evaluate new technologies
  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and maintain privacy controls for PII
  • Lead vulnerability management, coordinating patch deployment and risk mitigation
  • Support business continuity through backup verification and disaster recovery testing

What You Are

  • Proactive security professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experienced in implementing and managing enterprise security controls and frameworks
  • Experience with application security testing tools and SSDLC
  • Ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and executive audiences; strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple security projects simultaneously
  • Experience embedding with development teams or in DevSecOps roles preferred
  • 8+ years of information security experience with expertise in: network security, IAM, vulnerability assessment and pentesting, SIEM, cloud security, web app security, API security, OAuth/JWT, container and serverless security, and CI/CD integration

What Appnovation Offers

  • Challenging and rewarding work with real impact
  • Direct Access to Cutting-Edge AI Platforms
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture
  • Growth opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Collaborative and innovative environment where ideas are valued
  • Exposure to exciting projects and high-profile clients
  • Supportive work environment with access to company leaders
  • Hybrid working model

Benefits

  • Private Medical Plan
  • EPF
  • Wellness Allowance
  • ME Days
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Fertility and Menopause Leave

Equal Opportunity At Appnovation, we celebrate diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We recognize diverse teams as our strength and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology Security

Industries: Computer and Network Security, Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting

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Required Skill Profession

It & Technology



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