Information Security Manager

Our client is seeking a strategic Information Security Manager to join their growing team. 

This role is responsible for ensuring the resilience and scalability of critical environments while driving innovation across the firm’s digital landscape. 

You will be responsible for:

• Define and communicate the long-term information security roadmap and core objectives for the institution.
• Establish and oversee the frameworks, standards, and procedures that safeguard the organisation’s digital assets.
• Lead enterprise-wide risk management, including vulnerability assessments and adherence to global regulatory frameworks like ISO27001 and GDPR.
• Direct the incident management program to ensure rapid recovery and minimal impact during critical security events.
• Manage threat intelligence and security controls to maintain a robust and proactive defence posture.
• Supervise and mentor specialised staff to foster professional growth and high-performance standards.
• Provide security leadership across departments to ensure technology goals align with risk and operational requirements.
• Drive organisation-wide security initiatives and culture through targeted training and education.
• Select and oversee the implementation of cutting-edge security technologies and third-party service providers.
• Deliver high-level insights on security posture, emerging risks, and performance trends to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of global information security frameworks and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Advanced command of security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, IAM, DLP, and robust network security architectures.
• Expert-level skills in incident response, risk assessments, and decisive analytical problem-solving.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale security projects and third-party service providers.
• A sophisticated understanding of the evolving cyber threat landscape and emerging security technologies.
• Located in Malta with local experience

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 6 years in Information Security, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Possession of one or more of the following: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Hybrid working and flexibility