Our client, a commercial bank headquartered in Sliema, providing corporate banking and financial services to international clients, is looking for an IT Systems & Security Officer to join their team. In this role, you will manage and optimize on-premises IT infrastructure for critical banking services, with a focus on security, compliance, and financial systems integration.

This is an office-based role offering a salary of up to €40K, depending on experience.

Kindly note that only candidates currently based in Malta can be considered for this role.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee and secure Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, and VMware environments, performing patching, upgrades, and performance monitoring

• Manage storage, backups, disaster recovery, and critical banking systems to ensure continuous availability

• Configure and support Cisco networking, firewalls, VPNs, and remote connectivity

• Implement endpoint security, address vulnerabilities, and enforce regulatory and internal compliance

• Provide advanced IT support for complex issues

• Lead infrastructure initiatives, including upgrades, migrations, hardware refreshes, and vendor management for procurement and support contracts

• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Legal, Operations, and application teams; maintain documentation, deliver training, and ensure secure IT integration

Education, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor in IT or Computer Science, or equivalent experience

• 3+ years of experience in systems administration with a strong focus on onsite support

• Certifications in MCSE, VMware VCP, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+ are a plus

• Experience in the financial sector, especially involving regulatory frameworks

• Fluency in English at a C2/Native level, both written and spoken

• Knowledge of core banking systems, SWIFT, SEPA payments, and financial IT workflows

• Experience supporting financial messaging systems

• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks

• Knowledge of local and international financial cybersecurity standards

• Experience implementing cyber risk controls in financial environments

• Expertise in Exchange on-premises, Active Directory, VMware, Cisco networking

• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions (Veeam)

• Familiarity with endpoint security platforms (SentinelOne)

• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

About the Role

• Competitive salary of up to €40K, depending on qualifications and experience

• Office-based in Sliema, Malta

• Career growth opportunities

Apply with your detailed CV.

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