Information/Cyber Security Manager/Director (Offshore Assignment)

Expired on: May 18, 2022


KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 145 countries and have 236,000 people working in member Firms around the world. Each KPMG Firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG Technology Solutions (Pvt) Ltd is the Information Technology arm of KPMG Sri Lanka. We implement best in class solutions for organizations and we are able to provide a holistic solution including Business Process Reengineering, Project Management, QA, ERP Consulting, Cyber Security, Risk, Governance and Compliance related services to our clients both locally and internationally. We are expanding our team and now seeking suitable candidates with the necessary qualifications, the right attitude and experience in Technology related Marketing to be the face of the company.

Presently we are in search of candidates for: Information/Cyber Security Manager/Director (Offshore Assignment)
Required Education, Qualifications, Accreditation and Training:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering, information systems, or related fields
  • 10-15 years of experience as an Information Security Manager or CISO
  • Certifications in one or more of the following areas is an advantage: CISO, CISM, GISO

Responsibilities & Skills:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of recognized security industry standards and leading practices (e.g., SOX, IS027001/2/3, ISO 27018, GDPR, PCI, OWASP, NIST, DISA, as, etc.)
  • Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, or governance relevant to cybersecurity for critical infrastructure
  • Experience in data governance, security risk management, and security incident management
  • Possesses a broad knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, solutions and tools (e.g., encryption technologies, SIEM, DLP, etc.)
  • Assist internal stakeholders to understand not just the technology aspects of security but to balance these with people and process aspects to create a coherent overall approach
  • Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Communicate vertically and horizontally to keep stakeholders informed and involved on Security Operations matters
  • Experience in securing a SaaS solution in a cloud environment – strong advantage
  • Experience in formal risk assessment methodologies
  • In-depth technical knowledge of networks, databases and cloud infrastructure as pertains to security
  • Experience working with third party suppliers, advisors and vendors
  • Keeps up to date with the latest developments in IT security field
  • Strong project management skills, supported with a certification such as PMP, would be an added advantage
  • Knowledge of penetration testing principles, tools, and techniques
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience performing and running incident response for cybersecurity incidents

Applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae including a recent a photograph and contact details of two non-related referees stating the Position applied in both the cover letter and subject of the e-mail.


(All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. We will correspond only with applicants short-listed for interviews).


Company: KPMG Executive Search Private Limited
Company email: [email protected]
Job Location: Cololmbo
Job Category: IT-Telecoms
Job Type: Full Time
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