Penetration Testing Coordinator

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Join Tata Consultancy Services, Asia Pacific and be part of an organization committed to sustainable development for our future. TCS follows the Tata group philosophy of building sustainable businesses that are rooted in the community and demonstrate care for the environment. Our unique values position us to combine a purpose-driven worldview with digital innovation, collaborating with customers, communities and governments to lead and shape innovative solutions for a sustainable future. TCS has been carbon neutral in its operations across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022. This is only the initial stage in TCS’ journey as we strive to achieve long-term net zero emissions by 2030.

Corporate sustainability is embedded in our triple-bottom-line, focusing on people, the planet, and our purpose. Our offices are designed with eco-friendly features that significantly reduce our carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. We actively champion green initiatives, such as promoting paperless operations, implementing energy-efficient practices, and fostering employee engagement in sustainability efforts. When you become part of the TCS family, you will play an essential role dedicated to innovation, excellence, and crafting a brighter, greener future together. Join us and be a part of our mission to drive sustainability through technology and talent at Tata Consultancy Services, APAC today.

Please find the job description below.

Job Title: Penetration Testing Coordinator

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Desired Competencies (Technical/Behavioral Competency)

Must Have

• Minimum 2 years of Project Management or Process Coordination experience

• Experience in Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) coordination

• Strong stakeholder and vendor management skills

• Knowledge of Vulnerability Management lifecycle and remediation tracking

• Hands-on exposure to Qualys, Rapid7, Nessus, or Tanium Comply

• Security governance, reporting, and audit support experience

• Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills

Good-to-Have

• Cyber Security domain experience

• Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS/Azure)

• Understanding of Docker and Kubernetes environments

• ITIL Foundation knowledge

• Exposure to Banking or Financial Services security programs

• Agile, PMP, or PRINCE2 certification

Functional Skills from the Role

• Security Penetration Testing Coordination
• Vulnerability Management Lifecycle
• Vendor Management & Engagement
• Project Coordination & Governance
• Security Risk Assessment
• Qualys / Rapid7 / Nessus / Tanium Comply
• Audit & Compliance Support
• Remediation Tracking & Reporting
• Cyber Security Governance
• ITIL Process Management
• Risk Management Framework
• Infrastructure & Application Security Basics
• Cloud Security Fundamentals (AWS/Azure)
• Security Metrics & Dashboard Reporting
• Stakeholder Communication & Coordination

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage end-to-end penetration testing engagements across business and technology teams.

• Maintain annual security testing schedules and track testing activities against planned timelines.

• Work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to facilitate Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) activities.

• Coordinate project onboarding, testing scope reviews, Statements of Work (SOW), and related governance documentation.

• Organize governance meetings, prepare agendas, document meeting minutes, and track action items to closure.

• Support regulatory audits, security assessments, and compliance reviews by providing required testing evidence and reports.

• Monitor remediation activities and ensure identified vulnerabilities are tracked until closure.

• Maintain security testing dashboards, metrics, reports, and management information for leadership reviews.

• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Application, Security, Risk, and Compliance teams to address security findings and operational risks.

• Assist in risk assessment activities and ensure alignment with enterprise cyber security policies and standards.

• Support technology refresh projects, application upgrades, platform migrations, and related security testing requirements.

• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive operational efficiency within the penetration testing function.

• Ensure adherence to cyber security governance frameworks, risk management standards, and enterprise security controls.

• Escalate risks, delays, and critical issues proactively to stakeholders and leadership teams.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Security Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Management programs.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or equivalent discipline.

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP

• PRINCE2

• Agile / Scrum Certifications

• ITIL Foundation

• Security-related certifications (Good to Have)

Thank you for your interest in applying for this position with TCS. We will review your application and will get back to you if we are considering your interest in this opportunity.