Cybersecurity Technical Expert

Job Description

Appealing Points:

• Key Role Securing Financial-Grade Systems Design and operate cybersecurity frameworks aligned with PCI DSS and Japanese financial regulations, protecting mission-critical environments in the financial sector.
• Hands-On Exposure to Advanced Security Operations Gain deep, practical experience across incident response, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and SIEM/EDR/SOC capabilities.
• Drive Security-by-Design Through Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with IT, application, and compliance teams to embed security into all projects while effectively communicating risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Annual Salary: 10 Million and Above

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain robust cybersecurity frameworks aligned with PCI DSS, Group security policies and global standards.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents, threat analysis and vulnerabilities across networks, applications, and endpoints.
• Lead penetration testing, threat modeling, & risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Develop and enhance SIEM, EDR, and SOC monitoring capabilities to ensure real-time threat detection and response.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure, application, and compliance teams to ensure security-by-design across all projects.
• Conduct regular audits & ensure compliance with Japanese regulatory requirements and international best practices.
• Research and evaluate emerging cyber threats, technologies, and regulatory trends, recommending proactive measures.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles, preferably in financial services or credit card industry.
• Strong knowledge of network & application security, cryptography, secure coding practices, & cloud security.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, Vulnerability scanners, and Incident response platforms.
• Experience with Japanese regulatory frameworks and data protection laws is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of Japanese regulatory frameworks (FSA, FISC guidelines, PCI DSS).
• Experience supporting audit and compliance processes for financial institutions.
• Ability to communicate technical issues effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
• Working proficiency in Japanese; English language skills are an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability in handling sensitive information.
• Collaborative approach with ability to work across multicultural teams.
• Proactive learner with a continuous improvement attitude.

Langauge skills: Native Japanese Level(JLPT N) and Business Level English

Company Description:

It is the leading provider of lending and transaction banking solutions to the global financial services industry. Its software powers the operations of more than 200 financial institutions in 50 countries, supporting retail banking, corporate banking, cash management, internet banking, automotive finance & other business areas.