IT and OT Cybersecurity Specialist

Seremban, Malaysia

Nexperia

Headquartered in the Netherlands, Nexperia is a global semiconductor company with a rich European history and over 15,000 employees across Europe, Asia, and the United States.

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What You Will Do:

  • Provide IT security guidance to global teams, ensuring alignment with global security strategy, policies, and standards (e.g., Nexperia security framework).

  • Support regional projects and initiatives to ensure compliance with security requirements.

  • Address security incidents and alerts affecting global systems, coordinating resolution with global teams.

  • Monitor vulnerability management, threat detection, and remediation efforts.

  • Contribute to the development of the global IT security strategy and annual security awareness training.

  • Develop, update, and enforce IT security policies, processes, and best practices.

  • Lead global security projects (e.g., risk assessments, security improvements).

  • Act as the regional security liaison for stakeholders in China, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Europe.

What You Will Need:

  • 5+ years of experience in IT/OT cybersecurity, preferably in semiconductor or manufacturing industries.

  • Expertise in security frameworks such as NIST 2, ISO 27001/2, IEC 62443, or similar.

  • Experience leading IT (SOC).

  • Security strategy development and assessments.

  • Incident response, vulnerability management, and monitoring tools.

  • Policy and procedure documentation.

  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM (or actively working toward them).

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

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

  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to challenges.

  • Willingness to travel 10%, depending on project requirements.

  • Preferred: Knowledge of semiconductor industry risks (e.g., supply chain, IP protection).

  • Experience with OT/ICS security (if applicable).

    Talent acquisition based on Nexperia vacancies is not appreciated. Nexperia job adverts are Nexperia copyright © material and the word Nexperia® is a registered trademark.

    D&I Statement

    As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

    In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

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    Tags: CISM CISSP Compliance ICS IEC 62443 Incident response ISO 27001 Monitoring NIST Risk assessment Security strategy SOC Strategy Threat detection Vulnerability management

    Region: Asia/Pacific
    Country: Malaysia

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