Information Security Specialist

Mertens - MalamTeam is hiring an experienced Information Security Project Manager to join a leading financial organization in Center District

Position Overview

The role involves leading secure architecture methodologies and information security frameworks across critical business and technological systems.

You will provide guidance on infrastructure and application projects, address complex technical challenges, assess cyber risks, and lead organizational initiatives to strengthen security posture and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead secure architecture design and information security methodologies across business and infrastructure systems.
• Provide security guidance and oversight for infrastructure and application projects.
• Offer expert solutions to technical challenges requiring InfoSec involvement.
• Manage cyber risk assessments and recommend improvements to enhance organizational resilience.
• Lead risk surveys, penetration tests, and validation processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders — including development, infrastructure, business units, and vendors.
• Drive continuous improvement of the organization’s information security framework.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience supporting infrastructure and application projects within information security teams
• Proven knowledge and hands-on experience with modern cyber risks and innovative security solutions.
• Deep understanding of secure architecture design for both on-premise and cloud environments.
• Familiarity with cyber defense products, frameworks, and methodologies (e.g., NIST, ISO27001, CIS).
• Experience in the financial sector — strong advantage.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar — advantage.