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Information Security Lead

Information Security Lead

Hugo BankKarachi, Pakistan
30+ days ago
Job description

Are you an experienced cybersecurity professional eager to take on a key role in securing

Digital Retail Banking (DRB)

operations? We are looking for a

Cybersecurity Specialist

to lead the

implementation and monitoring of SIEM / SOC solutions, conduct security testing, and manage security tools

such as antivirus, endpoint protection, and data leak prevention. This role ensures compliance with security frameworks and enforces cybersecurity policies to protect critical banking infrastructure. If you have a passion for

threat management, vulnerability assessments, and security architecture , this is your chance to

make a real impact! Responsibilities Threat & Incident Management : Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats across digital banking platforms. Support

incident response

by analyzing security events and escalating issues. Manage

access control policies

to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data. Security Tools Management : Deploy, configure, and manage

SIEM / SOC solutions (QRadar, Splunk, ArcSight, Wazuh, etc.) . Maintain and optimize

antivirus, endpoint protection, and data leak prevention tools . Continuously evaluate security tools to enhance

detection and response capabilities . Technical Security Implementation : Design and implement

network security controls

(firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs). Conduct

vulnerability assessments

and penetration tests on networks, applications, and systems. Implement

patch management strategies

to address security gaps. Security Architecture & Compliance : Ensure compliance with

MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and regulatory standards . Monitor

security event logs

and analyze anomalies for proactive threat detection. Work with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices across cloud and on-prem environments. Research & Development : Track

emerging cyber threats

and enhance detection techniques. Conduct

threat intelligence analysis

and proactively implement risk mitigation measures. Lead cybersecurity awareness initiatives and

train internal teams on security protocols . Documentation & Reporting : Maintain

system documentation, incident response playbooks, and escalation procedures . Generate security reports and dashboards for

continuous security posture improvement . Bachelor’s degree

in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 7-9 years of experience

in infrastructure security, cybersecurity operations, or penetration testing. Expertise in

SIEM implementation & security monitoring

using QRadar, Splunk, ArcSight, Wazuh, or similar platforms. Strong knowledge of

network security protocols, firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security . Hands-on experience with

security testing tools

(Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, etc.). Proficiency in

scripting and automation

(Python, PowerShell, Bash) to improve security controls. Experience with

cloud security best practices (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

and securing virtual environments. Familiarity with

forensic investigation techniques, malware analysis, and threat intelligence . Professional certifications such as

CISSP, CEH, OSCP , or vendor-specific security credentials are a plus.

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