Cyber Security Specialist

Overview

Cyber Security Specialist Jobs in Santa Venera, Santa Venera, Malta at Bank of Valletta plc

Title: Cyber Security Specialist

Company: Bank of Valletta plc

Location: Santa Venera, Santa Venera, Malta

Application Closes: 31/07/2026

 

Role: Cyber Security Specialist

Function: Chief Information Officer

Department: Cyber Security

 

Job Summary

Overall Purpose:

The Cyber Security Specialist is responsible for protecting the Bank’s information systems, technology assets, and data by implementing, monitoring, and enhancing cybersecurity controls, managing cyber threats and vulnerabilities, supporting incident response activities, and contributing to the delivery of secure, resilient, and compliant technology solutions.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

The job holder will be responsible for:

• Monitoring, analysing and assessing cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, incidents and control weaknesses within the assigned area.
• Supporting security incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, recovery and post-incident analysis.
• Supporting vulnerability identification, validation, prioritisation, remediation tracking and closure validation were assigned to Vulnerability Management.
• Support security assessments, vulnerability reviews, control testing and risk analysis.
• Monitoring and responding to security alerts and events were assigned to Security Operations.
• Supporting threat hunting, alert triage, log analysis and incident investigation activities where assigned to Security Operations.
• Supporting cybersecurity architecture reviews and providing security input into new systems, technology changes and solution designs where assigned to Cybersecurity Architecture.
• Assisting in identifying security risks, design gaps, control weaknesses and remediation actions.
• Collaborating with IT, application, infrastructure, cloud, risk, compliance and business teams to improve the Bank’s cybersecurity posture.
• Maintaining cybersecurity documentation, including procedures, playbooks, assessment records, incident notes, vulnerability records and remediation evidence.
• Supporting the operation, review and improvement of cybersecurity tools and technologies relevant to the assigned area.
• Using threat intelligence, security advisories and emerging cyber threat information to support analysis, prioritisation and recommendations.
• Performing root cause analysis of cybersecurity issues and contribute to actions to prevent recurrence.
• Contributing to cybersecurity reporting, including incidents, vulnerabilities, risks, control gaps, remediation progress and operational metrics.
• Staying abreast of current cyber threats, attack techniques, vulnerabilities, security technologies and good practice relevant to the Bank’s environment.
• Ensuring assigned cybersecurity activities are performed in line with internal policies, standards, procedures and applicable regulatory expectations.

 

In addition to the specific functions, management may assign more duties as required for the job from time to time.

 

 

Attitude

• Hands-on approach with the ability to taking initiative and working with minimal supervision.
• Highly responsible, committed and appreciates the responsibilities which the job entails.
• Passion for staying current on emerging cyber threats and technologies.

 

Required Criteria

Previous proven work experience of three (3) years working experience in an enterprise IT environment AND an MQF Level 5 Award  in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field.

 

OR

 

Previous proven work experience of four (4) years working experience in an enterprise IT environment.

 

OR

 

Previous proven work experience of one (1) year working experience in an enterprise IT environment AND An MQF Level 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field.

 

Desirable Criteria

Familiarity and experience in security tools and technologies (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, etc.).
Prior experience in the team's area(s) of specialisation.
Security-related Certifications (e.g. CEH, CompTIA+, CISM, CISSP, etc.).
Understanding of security concepts, frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK), and incident response methodologies.

 

 

At BOV Group, we prioritise integrity, ethical behaviour and a strong work ethic. These principles form the foundation of the Bank’s core values: sustainability, excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion.  All employees are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct & Ethics, which outlines the standards for professional and personal behaviour. Commitment to these principles is essential for maintaining the BOV Group’s reputation and ensuring a positive, productive work environment.

 

 

In our process of shortlisting candidates for the vacancy, please note that preference may be given to candidates whose profiles best align with the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Applicants are required to satisfy the Bank’s minimum eligibility criteria of four (4) O’Levels at Grade 5/C or higher, including English Language, in addition to any role‑specific requirements outlined above. This requirement shall not apply where applicants are already in possession of an MQF Level 6 Degree or higher.

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Bank Holidays and additional vacation leave days over and above the statutory entitlement
• Free basic health insurance
• Relocation assistance and packages for expats joining the bank
• Accredited training programs from our BOV Learning Academy
• Study leave when employees decide to further their studies on part time basis
• Staff home loan rates for your dream home and other credit facilities at reduced interest rates
• Voluntary Occupation Pension Scheme (VOPS)
• Guarantee of working with an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE
• A budget dedicated to your children’s summer school costs

 

At BOV Group, we prioritise integrity, ethical behaviour and a strong work ethic. These principles form the foundation of the Bank’s core values: sustainability, excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion. All employees are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct & Ethics, which outlines the standards for professional and personal behaviour. Commitment to these principles is essential for maintaining the BOV Group’s reputation and ensuring a positive, productive work environment.

 

 

The Bank ensures a fair, transparent, consistent and non-discriminatory treatment of employees on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, colour, ethnic, or social origin, genetic features, language, religion, or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.