SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

In the world of increasing cybersecurity threats and risks to the business landscape, cybersecurity becomes more important than ever in order to secure and protect Jotun. Jotun South East Asia & Pacific (SEAP) Regional Office is looking for a Cybersecurity Consultant to deliver great value and protection to the business and work with modern technology and sophisticated solutions from multiple market leaders. As part of Jotun's IT department and Cybersecurity department, this role will work with skilled colleagues that focus on protecting Jotun business processes, information, and assets.

This position will be reporting to the Group IT Cybersecurity Manager and will be based in Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle, investigate and resolve cybersecurity incidents and service requests across Jotun’s global IT environment, with support from our managed 24/7 Security Operations Centre for deep technical analysis and advanced threat investigation.
• Support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability scanning, follow-up of remediation actions and coordination with IT teams and solution owners.
• Contribute to penetration testing activities, security assessments and technical reviews of systems, applications and infrastructure.
• Maintain and improve cybersecurity standards, procedures, baselines and technical documentation to support consistent global security practices.
• Support the operation and continuous improvement of cybersecurity tools and services used to protect Jotun’s business processes, information and assets.
• Use scripting, automation and modern technologies, including AI and AI agents where relevant, to improve efficiency and strengthen cyber defence capabilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across regions and time zones to ensure reliable cybersecurity support and knowledge sharing within the global IT organization.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Job Requirements​:

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology or another relevant field. Relevant experience may compensate for formal education.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles, IT infrastructure and common security technologies.
• Experience with one or more areas such as identity and access management, IT support, vulnerability management, endpoint security, network security, certificates, cloud security or security monitoring.
• Previous cybersecurity experience is an advantage, but not a requirement. Training, mentoring and practical experience will be provided for candidates with a strong interest in learning and developing within the cybersecurity field.
• Experience from an international or global company is an advantage.
• Basic scripting, automation or data analysis skills are an advantage.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, as English is our working language.

Personal Competencies:

• Systematic Approach - uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Networking - Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.
• Analysis & Judgement - quickly understands and analyses complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Professional Expertise - Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Constructive Teamwork - Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Execution - Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

Jotun Paints (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

05.11.2026

WHO WE ARE

Seeing a prominent market in South East Asia (SEAP), Jotun opened its first factory in Thailand in 1968. Rapid economic development in the region led to new companies and factories in countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia and Australia. Jotun SEAP has been awarded a Korn Ferry Engaged Performance Award for year 2019, in recognition of achieving a best-in-class level of “Enablement”. We are proud to have an incredibly diversified region with more than 2,000 employees that come from different nationality and background, working together in delivering profitable growth. Throughout our history, we have focused in providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun Malaysia and Singapore were established in 1983 and 1971, respectively. With the consolidation of Jotun Malaysia & Singapore in 2016, the organisation has consistently delivered strong growth and profitability to become today one of the main contributors to our business in the South East Asia and Pacific region. The company operates three factories in Shah Alam and Nilai and has a wide network of offices and warehouses across Malaysia and Singapore, providing efficient and timely response to our customers. Our aim is to develop employees through a culture of continuous feedback, learning and growth.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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