Cybersecurity & IT Risk Lead | Governance & Response

weSource Management Consultancy Firm; Makati; On-site; PHP 812,448 - 973,152; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in the Philippines is hiring a Cybersecurity/IT Risk Officer. This full-time role entails establishing a robust IT risk management framework, evaluating IT-related risks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required, and a Master's degree is a plus. This is a key leadership position with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, or IT governance.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Knowledge of emerging IT risks such as cloud computing, AI, and IoT.

Responsibilities

• Establish an IT risk management framework aligned with business goals.
• Identify and evaluate IT-related risks including cybersecurity threats.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure IT compliance with industry standards.

Skills

IT risk management

Cybersecurity expertise

Incident management

Regulatory compliance

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

Risk management frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT)

IT risk management tools

Job description

A consulting firm in the Philippines is hiring a Cybersecurity/IT Risk Officer. This full-time role entails establishing a robust IT risk management framework, evaluating IT-related risks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required, and a Master's degree is a plus. This is a key leadership position with an immediate start date.