The Senior Security Engineer will form part of a team responsible for architecting, leading, and continuously improving the security framework of a regulated bank in Malta, in strict adherence to Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) guidelines. This is a hands-on, technical position focused on the day-to-day protection of the bank’s digital assets, infrastructure, and data.
Responsibilities:
Be Part of the Team that:
- Designs, implements, and optimizes advanced security controls and enterprise-scale protective measures utilizing industry-leading brands, including next-generation firewalls, DLP, SIEM, and EDR solutions etc.
- Participates in incident response efforts for sophisticated security threats, coordinating root cause analysis and post-incident reviews.
- Conducts and oversees comprehensive vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, penetration testing, ensuring findings are prioritized and resolved effectively.
- Implements bank-wide security policies, standards, and technical architectures to meet and exceed MFSA and international regulatory requirements.
- Assists as technical liaison for internal and external audits, regulatory exams, and due diligence processes.
- Assists in championing security awareness and the provisioning of security training to Bank employees.
- Continuously monitor the threat landscape, proactively advising on the impact of new risks, technologies, and regulatory changes relevant to the Maltese banking sector.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure secure design, integration, and operation of banking applications and infrastructure, leveraging automation where possible.
- Contribute to the development and testing of business continuity and disaster recovery strategies from a security perspective.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven Experience (5+ years) in a technical security engineering role, preferably within Banking or Financial Services.
- Familiarity with MFSA regulations, EBA guidelines, and applicable EU directives for banking and data protection (e.g., PSD2, GDPR).
- Hands-on Experience with Security Tools such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Endpoint Security, and vulnerability Management Platforms.
- Relevant Certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, CISM, or similar) are considered an asset.
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a regulated environment.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with a focus on technical clarity.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
Benefits:
- Excellent Salary
- Private Medical Insurance
- Social Events