Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee the governance, risk management, and control functions within the organization’s information security program. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining security policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing risks to protect critical information assets. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments and global teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Identify, assess, and manage information security risks; implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards through regular audits and assessments.
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security controls to safeguard systems and data.
Manage third-party risk by ensuring vendors and partners adhere to security requirements.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance governance, risk, and control processes.
Collaborate with internal and global stakeholders to align security strategies and initiatives.
Qualifications:
Education & Language:
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Fluency in Japanese and English, with strong communication skills in both languages.
Required Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
Proven experience in governance, risk, compliance, and control functions.
Demonstrated success in team leadership, process improvement, and control automation.
Experience working in a global environment and managing cross-border stakeholders.
Preferred Experience:
Familiarity with project management and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
Knowledge of standards such as NIST CSF, PCI DSS, and FISC.
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
Core Competencies:
Strategic Thinking: Ability to anticipate long-term trends and guide planning.
Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to foster inclusive teamwork.
Results Orientation: Focused on delivering measurable outcomes through innovation.
Change Leadership: Comfortable navigating dynamic environments and shifting priorities.
People Management: Skilled in motivating and leading diverse, distributed teams.