Security Engineer – Assistant Vice President

Add expected salary to your profile for insights The Information Security Team consists of the security strategy and solution architecture team, the security engineering and operations team, the threat management team as well as the security governance business. This role sits within the security engineering team managing the build out and operations of the IT security solutions. Overview You will be the Information Security Engineer of HKEX, responsible for designing, building and maintaining enterprise IT security solutions to address the organization’s security requirements. Reporting to the Information Security Services Lead, you will work closely with IT Innovation Lab, software engineering teams, IT infrastructure team, IT compliance, security operations and technology risk management teams. You play a key role in protecting the organization. Responsibilities Engineer, implement and monitor security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and information. Identify and define system security requirements. Design computer security architecture and develop detailed cyber security designs Configure and troubleshoot security systems and infrastructure devices Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks Maintain all solution design documentation, processes, procedures and report on metrics to demonstrate effective and efficient management of services. Work with handling service requests on security tool standard changes, such as proxy whitelisting requests Deliver security service onboarding such as security agent install, connecting systems to SIEM Review IT systems to ensure that they have met security acceptance criteria. Work with product vendors and suppliers to maintain and enhance existing security tooling and products Ensure that the organization's security tools can detect and help with the response to cyber security incidents. Document and validate disaster recovery testing for CyberSecurity tools. Write comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes and propositions for further system security enhancements Support in managing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for security solutions which includes new investments and business-as-usual financials. Design and execute processes to make BAU changes to security tools (e.g., web proxy changes, DLP mail rule changes, etc.) Automate or script changes and validation processes Requirements University degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or related field, or equivalent experience. Proven work experience as a System Security Engineer or Information Security Engineer. Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience in building, maintaining and operating security systems and platforms. Hands on experience in a number of security technologies, including vulnerability management, cloud posture management, WAF, code security scan, SIEM, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, EDR, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, content filtering, data loss prevention systems, web proxies, SASE, PAM, SOAR, HSM, CA, etc. Thorough understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols (such as zero trust, etc.). Strong information security technology knowledge/concepts and can effectively communicate with senior management and a broad range of technical/non-technical audiences. Familiarity with web related technologies (Web applications, Web Services, Service Oriented Architectures) and of network/web related protocols. Familiarity with application, database and operating system security Familiarity with cloud security technologies is preferred Familiarity with risk / control frameworks, such as Mitre ATT&CK, D3FEND, OWASP, NIST Cybersecurity Framework is an added advantage Familiarity in scripting or automation is an added advantage Familiarity with Identity and Lifecycle management is an advantage Good presentation, project planning and documentation skills Candidate with complimentary experiences and skills would also be considered Equal Opportunity and cautions HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace. Be careful This job ad has not been subjected to our hirer verification process. Proceed cautiously and do your own checks before providing any personal information. Learn how to protect yourself. Report this job ad What can I earn as an Assistant Vice President #J-18808-Ljbffr