Cyber Defense Analyst (Security Operations Center)

Henkel Asia Pacific Service Centre; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness programs

HMO healthcare coverage

Provident Fund

Employee Share Plan

Job summary

Henkel Asia Pacific Service Centre in the Philippines is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to join our Security Operations Center. You will monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to threats and security incidents as part of a global SOC.

You’ll drive incident response, threat analysis, and continuous improvements in detection and monitoring, collaborating with stakeholders to strengthen our security posture in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• minimum of three years in SOC or Cyber Defense; strong incident response and threat analysis background.
• Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, and network security monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents in Henkel’s SOC.
• Proactively manage security events to minimize impact of incidents and risks.
• Serve as SME in cyber defense, driving improvements in threat detection and monitoring.
• Identify emerging threats, trends, and opportunities to strengthen security posture.
• Assess and recommend new security technologies, including cloud security and automation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align cybersecurity with business needs.
• Support enhancement of Henkel’s cyber defense strategy through innovation.

Skills

SOC operations

Incident response

Threat analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Information Security

Tools

SIEM platforms

EDR tools

Network security monitoring

Job description

What you´ll do

• Monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats and security incidents as part of Henkel’s Security Operations Center (SOC)
• Proactively manage security events and activities to minimize the impact of potential system compromises and cyber risks
• Serve as a subject matter expert in cyber defense operations, contributing to continuous improvements in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring
• Identify emerging cybersecurity threats, industry trends, and opportunities to strengthen the organization’s security posture
• Assess and recommend new security technologies and solutions, including cloud security capabilities, security automation, and advanced threat detection tools
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives and Information Security objectives with business needs
• Support the enhancement of Henkel’s cyber defense strategy by driving innovation and operational excellence in security operations

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in SOC or Cyber Defense roles; Strong background in incident response and threat analysis
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms, EDR tools, and network security monitoring
• Knowledge of malware analysis, threat intelligence, and attack frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
• Strong analytical thinking and communication skills. Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a dynamic 24/7 environment

Some perks of joining Henkel

• A thriving career with the Top 15 Best Workplaces in the Philippines by Great Place to Work and the Top GBS Employer in the Philippines by the Everest Group for 4 consecutive years!
• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• HMO healthcare coverage plan
• Provident Fund
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

JOB ID:26101029

Job Locations:Philippines