We're a leading financial institution, a key player in the Maltese market and part of a highly diversified multi-national group of companies. Employing a team of over 270 employees, the bank offers a full range of lending and savings solutions to both personal and business customers. We strive to offer a highly personalised service through our network of thirteen retail branches spread across the Maltese Islands. 

‍We are a team of inspired people who believe that opportunities start with a conversation. 

‍Duties & Responsibilities

The Information Security Specialist provides senior technical expertise to strengthen the Bank’s security posture

You will be responsible for:

• Conduct advanced security assessments, threat analysis, and vulnerability testing.
• Provide expert input into security architecture and technical controls under the Manager’s direction.
• Draft and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in line with established frameworks.
• Respond to complex security incidents, supporting investigation and forensic analysis.
• Monitor emerging threats and perform advanced cyber‑intelligence research.
• Support execution of risk management processes, including assessments, documentation, and reporting.
• Assist in compliance and audit activities to meet regulatory obligations.
• Optimise and tune security tools (SIEM, EDR, SOAR) and contribute to automation enhancements.
• Lead technical aspects of security projects and support awareness initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members and act as a technical escalation point.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure secure implementation of systems and processes.
• Handle other assigned duties as required by the Information Security Manager.

‍Competencies & Experience

The potential candidate should be reliable and trustworthy, well-organised with a disposition to learn and have a team-oriented approach. The candidate should demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively using a high level of business English.

You must:

• Possess strong technical proficiency with security technologies (SIEM, EDR, SOAR, network and endpoint security).
• Have a solid understanding of security frameworks (ISO27001, CIS Controls, OWASP, COBIT).
• Have advanced analytical, troubleshooting, and scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Have deep knowledge of Linux, Windows, and network security principles.
• Possess strong communication skills for presenting technical findings to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Show high attention to detail and strong problem‑solving capabilities.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Bring at least 6 years’ experience in information security, including at least 2 years in a senior or specialist role.
• Possess one or more of the following preferred Industry certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.
• Be familiar with regulated industry environments.
• Demonstrate experience conducting advanced assessments, incident response, and security tool optimisation.

‍What we Offer

• Ongoing personal development; 
• Preferential interest rates on home loans, personal loans and home value loans; 
• Comprehensive support for academic advancement through fully subsidized staff study loans; 
• Private clinic health insurance coverage, extendable to dependants; 
• Life insurance and personal accident cover; 
• Free ophthalmic examinations; 
• Private counselling sessions in collaboration with Richmond Foundation; 
• Additional full-day leave for birthday celebrations; 
• Annual performance appraisals and salary reviews; 
• €400 annual wellness allowance; 
• Complimentary mammogram screenings for female employees aged over 40 and PSA screenings for male employees aged over 40; 
• Flexible work arrangements (role permitting); and 
• Various corporate discounts. 

BNF Bank plc is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.