About Horizontal Talent

Established in 2003 in the US, Horizontal solves complex challenges across two distinct businesses: Horizontal Digital and Horizontal Talent. We are consistently recognized for being a top workplace and one of the fastest-growing private companies. Horizontal Talent specializes in staffing for IT, Digital & Creative, and Business & Strategy markets. We have global offices in the US, UAE, India, Malaysia, and Australia.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Cyber Threat & Vulnerability (CTV) Analyst to support the planning, execution, and monitoring of the organization's Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management (CTVM) program.

The role involves performing and managing vulnerability scans, coordinating remediation efforts, proactively monitoring cyber threats, maintaining IT asset inventories, and supporting cybersecurity governance and compliance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning, analyzing, developing frameworks, and implementing the Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management (CTVM) program.

• Support daily operations, including coordinating Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) exercises with vendors, performing internal and external vulnerability scans, scheduling, prioritization, and remediation tracking.

• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of IT hardware, software, and cloud assets in collaboration with IT teams.

• Identify security vulnerabilities and support remediation plans, including patching, code or infrastructure changes, and build process improvements.

• Assist in implementing cybersecurity and IT security policies to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

• Support the development of policies, procedures, and standard operating models for the CTVM program.

• Assist in monitoring cybersecurity Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), maintaining dashboards, and preparing periodic management reports.

• Provide technical support and security advisory services to stakeholders to strengthen enterprise-wide cyber resilience.

• Support security monitoring activities, including Security Operations Center (SOC) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR), in collaboration with vendors and internal IT teams.

• Stay updated on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity trends relevant to the organization.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, IT Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

• 1–3 years of working experience in IT or Cybersecurity, particularly in Cyber Threat & Vulnerability Management, Security Operations Center (SOC), or related security functions.

• Exposure to vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, cyber threat intelligence, or security operations is advantageous.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity principles.

• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment, patch management, and security monitoring tools.

• Exposure to security tools such as Nessus Professional, CrowdStrike Falcon Complete, Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions, Identity Threat Protection (ITP), and Burp Suite.

• Familiarity with ServiceNow and Jira for ticketing, incident tracking, and workflow management.

• Knowledge of AWS native security tools and cloud security solutions is an added advantage.

• Understanding of vulnerability remediation processes, security monitoring, and cybersecurity risk management.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Good communication, teamwork, and stakeholder coordination abilities.

Certifications (Advantageous but Not Mandatory)

• Relevant cybersecurity or vulnerability management tool certifications.

• Certifications such as CEH, ITIL, CISA, EC-Council certifications, or equivalent.

Additional Requirement

• This position is open to Malaysian citizens only.