Manager

Malta Financial Services Authority View all jobs

Malta Island
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

About the DepartmentAs the Financial Services industry experiences a widespread increase in the use of, and reliance on, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), and as ICT, including emerging technologies, is enabling innovation within the industry, including the introduction of new sectors altogether, the relevance of ICT Risk and Cybersecurity continues to persist.The Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity Function forms part of the MFSA’s Supervision Directorate. It is cross-sectorial and has been established to focus on one of the Authority’s outlined key strategic priorities – addressing ICT risks and digital finance challenges, with a focus on strengthening operational resilience within the framework of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). As a supervisory function, its portfolio of activities includes effective supervision, which aims to ensure that regulated firms within the industry are effectively managing their ICT risks and have a resilient cybersecurity framework in place, in line with Acts, Regulations, rules, and sector-specific guidelines. The function participates in and contributes to various Working Groups, Task Forces, and Committees at local and international levels, and develops policies and guidelines for the industry.The Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity Function provides expert advice on ICT and Cybersecurity matters to other functions within the MFSA, as required. It is also a contributor to emerging strategies, especially those that are technology-focused. The function is also the contact point for cyber incident reporting by regulated firms.About the RoleThe MFSA is seeking to employ a Manager within the Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity Function, which plans to grow and further evolve to continue delivering effectively on its mission.The selected candidate will work in a dynamic team within the Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity Function. The role encompasses:

Contributing to the strategic direction, objective setting, capacity building, evolution, and planning of the function;
Acting on, implementing, and executing the strategy and plans of the function, as directed;
Managing a team, a work stream, or a project;
Managing the overall people management lifecycle within the area of responsibility, including workforce planning, talent identification and development, recruitment, and performance management of direct reports;
Cultivating a positive, learning, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative working environment within the area of responsibility, promoting diversity and inclusion, and aiming at a high degree of employee engagement;
Participating in, representing the Authority, and closely following up on the activities and developments of Working Groups at organisational, national, and international levels within the respective field, as necessary;
Organising training and awareness initiatives in the area of responsibility/expertise alongside the Malta Financial Supervisors Academy;
Producing management reporting, as required;
Taking initiative to advance own skills and identifying and managing development opportunities in the area of responsibility/expertise, keeping abreast of emerging technologies, the threat landscape, regulatory developments, and market evolution, as well as leadership and people management skills;
Carrying out supervisory activities using a risk-based approach in the field of ICT Risk and Cybersecurity, as the case may be and as required.

You will also undertake any other duties as assigned by the Head and/or as may be required by the MFSA from time to time, based on the exigencies of the Authority.About youThe role calls for an academic qualification in a relevant field of study at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualification Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC).You will also possess a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience working in the area of financial services and/or ICT, with a minimum of two (2) years in a senior or managerial role.If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications, but you have at least thirteen (13) years of relevant experience within a relevant field, we would still be interested in speaking with you.You will also have the below skill set:

Strong academic background in ICT Law and/or Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, or Information Security, or in Financial Services and/or FinTech, with the ability and willingness to further develop in ICT Risk and Cybersecurity within Financial Services;
Proven ability to apply academic knowledge to risk, technology, and cybersecurity contexts, with a clear interest in developing expertise in ICT Risk and Cybersecurity;
Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to assess technology and cybersecurity risks in a structured and methodical manner;
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability, with industry certifications in ICT Risk and/or Cybersecurity and familiarity with the financial services regulatory framework considered an advantage.

Other Important InformationThe MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.gov.mt under MQRIC heading.The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt. Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.Public Call Permit: 416493

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