Associate Cybersecurity Officer

Advanced Outsourcing and Business Services Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Outsourcing and Business Services Inc. is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst in Makati City, Metro Manila. You will monitor security events, analyze incidents, and contribute to risk management initiatives to safeguard digital assets.

The role requires 2–4 years in cybersecurity operations, strong SOC knowledge, and experience with SIEM, IDS, and firewalls. Candidates with relevant certifications and regulatory awareness are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of experience in cybersecurity operations or related role
• Strong knowledge of SOC practices and incident response
• Experience with SIEM, IDS and firewalls
• Understanding of network protocols and architectures
• Familiarity with risk assessment frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, able to explain security concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH or GCIH are desirable
• Familiarity with GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA or local data protection laws
• Ability to work independently and in teams, on-call availability

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events, logs and alerts to identify threats
• Investigate incidents, document findings and recommend corrective actions
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support pen-testing activities
• Develop and maintain risk registers across the organization
• Perform security audits and regulatory compliance checks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remediate vulnerabilities
• Create and maintain security documentation such as incident reports and policies
• Provide security awareness training to staff
• Stay updated on emerging threats and industry developments
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity testing

Skills

Incident response

Threat monitoring

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

IDS

Firewalls

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to join our growing security team. This is a full-time position based in Makati City, Metro Manila, where you will play a critical role in protecting our organization's digital assets and ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations.

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing and responding to security incidents, whilst also contributing to the development and implementation of risk management strategies. You will work at the intersection of operational security and strategic risk assessment, ensuring that our security infrastructure remains robust and aligned with industry best practices and organizational objectives.

What you'll be doing

• Monitor and analyze security events, logs and alerts from various security tools and systems to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities




• Investigate security incidents, document findings and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences




• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support penetration testing activities to identify weaknesses in systems and networks




• Develop and maintain security risk registers, identifying, assessing and prioritizing risks across the organization




• Perform regular security audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements




• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and remediate identified vulnerabilities




• Create and maintain comprehensive security documentation, including incident reports, risk assessments and security policies




• Provide security awareness training and guidance to staff regarding best practices and potential threats




• Stay abreast of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities and industry developments to keep the organization informed




• Support the development and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience




• 2-4 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, security analysis, or a related security role




• Strong knowledge of security operations center (SOC) practices and incident response procedures




• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems (IDS) and firewalls




• Solid understanding of network protocols, systems architecture and common attack methodologies




• Proficiency in risk assessment frameworks and methodologies (such as NIST, ISO 27001 or similar standards)




• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail




• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical security concepts to non-technical stakeholders




• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH or GCIH are highly desirable




• Familiarity with compliance requirements such as GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA or local data protection regulations is a plus




• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment




• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and respond to security incidents outside standard working hours when required