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Head of Security OperationsMaxis • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Head of Security Operations

Head of Security Operations

Maxis • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

Maxis Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Why this role matters

We seek an experienced, dynamic leader to head our Security Operations team within the MSOC. The successful candidate will lead the Security Operations function, ensuring monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity threats impacting our enterprise customers. This role demands operational excellence, security visibility, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Operational Management

Lead and manage the SOC team, including Detection & IR, Assessment, Support & Development, and Threat Intel.

  • Define and execute the Security Operations strategy aligned with MSOC and enterprise objectives.
  • Build a strong team of L2 Security Analysts, Threat Hunters, and Incident Responders for 24×7 coverage.
  • Security Monitoring & Incident Response
  • Oversee real‑time monitoring using SIEM, SOAR, and threat intelligence feeds.

  • Lead investigation and containment of security incidents, including malware outbreaks, unauthorized access, and data exfiltration.
  • Service Assurance & Customer Governance
  • Provide proactive threat monitoring and incident advisory to customers.

  • Collaborate with Service Managers and Account Teams on threat summaries and risk posture reviews.
  • Cross‑Functional & Vendor Collaboration
  • Coordinate incident response with Network Operations, Cloud Operations, and Engineering.

  • Manage external vendors and security partners for platform reliability and threat intelligence.
  • Continuous Improvement & Transformation
  • Drive automation of detection and response via SOAR integration and AI / ML analytics.

  • Conduct SOC maturity assessments and gap remediation.
  • Performance Metrics
  • Achieve ≥98% SLA compliance for incident response and resolution timelines.

  • Reduce MTTD and MTTR for security incidents.
  • Improve customer satisfaction through proactive threat monitoring.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
  • 8–10 years of experience in Security Operations or Cyber Defense, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
  • Recognized security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or GIAC.
  • Experience in a 24×7 managed SOC or MSSP environment.
  • Key Competencies

  • Deep expertise in SOC operations, cyber threat management, and incident response frameworks.
  • Strong leadership, team development, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Technical proficiency across various security tools and technologies.
  • What’s Next?

  • After applying online, our team will review your application. Due to high volume, please allow time for a fair and timely review.
  • If shortlisted, you will receive an invitation for a digital interview. You can check your application status in your candidate account.
  • Employment Details

  • Seniority level : Director
  • Employment type : Full‑time
  • Job function : Other, Information Technology, and Management
  • Industries : IT Services and IT Consulting, Telecommunications, and Business Consulting and Services
  • Equal Opportunity Statement

    Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward employees based on capability & performance — regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality, or physical ability.

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