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Security ArchitectAIA Malaysia • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Security Architect

Security Architect

AIA Malaysia • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
9 hours ago
Job description

AIA Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Security Architect

AIA Malaysia is committed to creating a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. As pioneering innovators for over 100 years, we are transforming our organization to be faster, simpler, and more connected. Our goal is to develop digital solutions and experiences that help people live healthier, longer, better lives.

To achieve this, we need professionals with tech, digital, and analytics expertise who are passionate about driving sustainable change through digitally enhanced experiences that impact millions of lives.

If you believe in building a better tomorrow, read on.

About the Role

The Security Architect will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of a robust security architecture tailored for AIA, ensuring the protection of digital assets, infrastructure, and sensitive financial data. The role involves maintaining an enterprise security blueprint and integrating best practices aligned with regulatory standards such as ISO / IEC 27001, NIST, and industry regulations. You will collaborate closely with IT, development, and risk management teams to embed security measures across the technology infrastructure and software development lifecycle using a risk‑based and compliance‑driven approach. The Security Architect will also lead the development of security frameworks, standards, and policies, providing expert guidance on secure design and risk mitigation strategies across projects and operations.

Roles And Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Design

  • Lead the development and implementation of enterprise security architecture strategies, frameworks, and mitigation plans.
  • Design secure systems and network architectures that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Translate business and technical requirements into robust, secure architecture solutions.

Governance & Assurance

  • Own the security review process and produce security design blueprints for ARB and other governance forums.
  • Provide architecture assurance to ensure alignment with enterprise roadmaps and standards.
  • Define and maintain security standards, guidelines, and reference architectures.
  • Risk Management & Compliance

  • Conduct threat modeling and security impact analyses for new and existing solutions.
  • Stay current with regulatory changes affecting cybersecurity in the insurance and financial services sectors.
  • Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
  • Collaboration & Advisory

  • Partner with solution architects, development teams, and business stakeholders to ensure secure design and implementation.
  • Present security architecture and risk mitigation strategies to ARB and senior leadership.
  • Provide advisory and assurance support to the Local Information Security (LIS) team during security incident investigations.
  • Documentation & Review

  • Review and endorse technical documents (e.g., impact analyses, functional designs, interface agreements) from a security perspective.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of security investments and enterprise risk posture.
  • Leadership & Enablement

  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for all security-related design decisions.
  • Mentor junior team members and promote security awareness across IT and business teams.
  • Minimum Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT security architecture design, risk management, or cybersecurity operations preferably within the financial services or insurance industries.
  • Strong knowledge of security architecture frameworks (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF with security extensions, ISO / IEC 27001, NIST, and COBIT).
  • Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises security controls.
  • Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM), network security, data protection, and encryption standards.
  • Practical experience with security technologies including firewalls, SIEM, IAM, DLP, and endpoint protection.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps and secure SDLC practices.
  • CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent would be an added advantage.
  • Cloud‑specific security certifications (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer) would also be an added advantage.
  • Hands‑on experience in threat modeling and implementation of security controls.
  • Regulatory compliance experience (RMIT, ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, PDPA).
  • Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and secure software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Ability to communicate complex security concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Leadership and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
  • Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live healthier, longer, better lives.

    You must provide all requested information, including personal data, to be considered for this opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up to date.

    Seniority Level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment Type

    Full‑time

    Job Function

    Information Technology and Strategy / Planning

    Industry

    Insurance

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