About the Role

The Cybersecurity Lead at BDO IT Consulting will lead Cyber Threat Management (CTM) and Security Operations activities, manage complex cybersecurity incidents, and drive improvements in threat detection and response capabilities. The role also involves mentoring team members, supporting clients, and contributing to the growth of the Cybersecurity Practice.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the investigation, containment, and remediation of complex cybersecurity incidents.
Serve as the primary escalation point for Security Operations and Cyber Threat Management activities.
Develop and enhance threat detection capabilities, threat intelligence processes, incident response procedures, and response playbooks.
Optimize SIEM, EDR, and security monitoring platforms to improve detection and response effectiveness.
Support the growth and enhancement of cybersecurity services, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offerings.
Present investigative findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Mentor and support cybersecurity analysts and consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
Collaborate with clients to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and address evolving threats.
Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of the cybersecurity practice.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in cybersecurity, security operations, incident response, or cyber threat management.
Strong knowledge of security operations, cloud security, threat intelligence, security architecture, and IT service management.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, or similar SIEM and EDR platforms.
Experience conducting security investigations, incident response, and threat analysis.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
Experience presenting technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Previous experience leading teams, mentoring staff, or managing cybersecurity operations is highly desirable.

Preferred Certifications

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
CompTIA Security+
GIAC Certifications (GCIH, GCIA, GSEC)
Microsoft Security Certifications
Azure Security Certifications
AWS Security Certifications

Skills & Competencies

Technical Expertise

Security Operations (SOC)
Cyber Threat Management (CTM)
Incident Response
Threat Intelligence and Threat Analysis
SIEM and EDR Platforms
Security Monitoring and Detection Engineering
Cloud Security
Security Architecture
Vulnerability Management
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Cybersecurity Frameworks and Best Practices
Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

Soft Skills

Leadership and Mentoring
Strong Communication Skills
Presentation Skills
Stakeholder Management
Client Relationship Management
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Collaboration and Teamwork
Decision-Making and Accountability
Continuous Learning Mindset
Ability to perform effectively under pressure

What We Offer

Competitive salary package
Medical insurance cover
Exposure to multiple projects and clients (local and overseas)
Work-life balance
Employee Referral Program
Office holidays in Dec/Jan
Team building and Welfare activities
Be part of our growing worldwide BDO family.