Cybersecurity Manager – IAM

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Are you ready to kickstart your career in Cybersecurity? Join us at Suntory Beverage & Food APAC, where innovation meets sustainability, and growth is a way of life.

Why Suntory?

Innovation: Be part of a company that continuously strives for excellence and innovation in the beverage industry.

Sustainability: Join a team that prioritizes environmental protection and sustainable practices.

Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Quality: Work with a brand known for its high standards and commitment to customer satisfaction.

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Manager – Identity & Access Management (IAM) will lead and drive IAM initiatives across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding the organization's digital identity ecosystem, ensuring alignment with global cybersecurity strategies, and managing risk in a multi-country environment.

You will work closely with regional business units, IT teams, and external partners to design and implement robust IAM strategies, enhance access governance, and promote a culture of security awareness across the region. The position requires both strong technical acumen and excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Strategy

• Execute a comprehensive IAM program to ensure appropriate identity and access controls across infrastructure and applications.
• Establish and continuously improve the IAM Management and Governance Framework for all group companies.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on IAM program status to IT stakeholders.
• Manage IAM-related incidents and events, ensuring timely response and resolution.
• Oversee IAM projects and provide expert guidance for other IT initiatives.
• Identify and manage IAM-related risks, define risk treatment plans, and communicate residual risks to stakeholders.
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and least-privilege principles.

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure IAM initiatives align with business goals.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive automation, standardization, and integration of IAM processes across systems.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, Legal, and other functions to strengthen IAM governance.

Communication & Reporting

• Facilitate effective communication between technical teams, business stakeholders, and executives.
• Provide timely updates, progress reports, and performance metrics.
• Support internal and external audit and compliance activities.
• Address issues proactively, transparently, and constructively

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of regional IT experience, with at least 5 years specializing in Identity & Access Management.
• Strong understanding of IAM technologies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience managing Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
• Solid grasp of IAM protocols and standards such as SAML, OAuth, and LDAP.
• Proven track record in project management and execution of IAM or cybersecurity projects.
• Broad IT knowledge across platforms, applications, networks, and tools
• Able to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Composed and solution-oriented under pressure, particularly during incident response.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across diverse, multicultural teams.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and comfortable working in a matrix organization.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with emerging IAM and cybersecurity trends.