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Senior Executive, Network Security Research (Researcher)

Senior Executive, Network Security Research (Researcher)

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia CommissionCyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
12 hours ago
Job description

Senior Executive, Network Security Research (Researcher)

The Deputy Director of Network Security Research leads advanced research on emerging technologies with critical implications for cybersecurity and online safety such as AI‑driven threat detection, post‑quantum cryptography, and next‑generation network security by driving cross‑sector collaborations, managing end‑to‑end research activities, identifying and addressing technology gaps, conducting benchmarking against international best practices, developing innovative solutions, contributing to strategic policy recommendations, and representing the organization in global cybersecurity and digital resilience forums.

Job Responsibilities

1. Advanced Research on Emerging Technologies

  • Collaborate with universities and industries by assisting in research activities, project management, documentation, knowledge exchange, event organization, administrative tasks, and contributing ideas.
  • Conduct in‑depth research into emerging technologies that have significant implications for cybersecurity and online safety, such as :

AI‑driven cybersecurity systems for real‑time threat detection and behavioral analytics.

  • Quantum encryption and post‑quantum cryptography to prepare for future cryptographic challenges.
  • Next‑generation network security frameworks (e.g., 5G / 6G, IoT security, Zero Trust models).
  • Assess the use of these technologies in combating online harms, such as telecommunications fraud, misinformation, cyberbullying, cyber exploitation, etc.
  • 2. Identifying and Addressing Technical and Technology Gaps

  • Evaluate the current landscape of cybersecurity and online harm mitigation capabilities in the communications and multimedia (C&M) sector.
  • Identify technological blind spots or vulnerabilities that could be exploited for malicious activities.
  • Design and develop innovative tools, frameworks, and strategies to close these gaps, enhancing both technical security and online safety oversight.
  • 3. Industry Benchmarking and Best Practices Analysis

  • Lead in technology benchmarking within agencies by conducting research, producing desktop research summary reports, collecting data on technological trends and industry standards, participating in evaluation of technologies, documenting findings, contributing innovative ideas, and learning from the benchmarking process.
  • Study and adapt international best practices in cybersecurity, online safety frameworks.
  • Benchmark cybersecurity posture and online harm response mechanisms against global counterparts.
  • Provide technical insight and evidence‑based recommendations to inform policy updates, technical codes, or regulatory measures.
  • 4. Strategic Collaboration with Academia, Industry, and Government

  • Forge and manage partnerships with :
  • Academia for R&D in privacy‑preserving technologies, algorithmic transparency, and content moderation tools.

  • Industry (ISPs, platform providers, cybersecurity vendors) to co‑develop and test scalable solutions.
  • Government and regulatory bodies, both domestic and international, to advance joint initiatives in online harm prevention, digital resilience, and cyber threat intelligence sharing.
  • Represent MCMC in global working groups and cybersecurity forums to contribute to the development of harmonized standards and cooperative strategies.
  • Qualifications

  • Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a relevant discipline from a reputable university with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
  • Work Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity research, emerging technology research, a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or a related field, with a track record of publications and contributions to the cybersecurity community.
  • Must possess experience in research and development.
  • Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision and must possess acceptable writing and communication skills in English and BM.
  • Experienced in the research and publication of papers.
  • Strong cybersecurity skills.
  • Research and development skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and BM.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Candidate must be willing to work in Cyberjaya.
  • Seniority level

  • Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full‑time
  • Job function

  • Information Technology
  • Telecommunications
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