Head of Information Security

Michael Page; Makati; On-site; PHP 3,900,000 - 4,550,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page partners with a leading financial services firm in Makati to appoint a Head of Information Security. You will develop and implement information security policies, oversee risk assessments, monitor incidents, and lead security technologies deployment.

You will build governance programs, report to senior management, and stay ahead of threats through continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in information security management and practices.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks in the financial services industry.
• Experience in implementing cybersecurity strategies and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication for collaboration and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Board on cybersecurity, risk, and resilience.
• Lead regulatory readiness and enterprise security strategy.
• Develop and implement comprehensive information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee risk assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats effectively and promptly.
• Lead the evaluation and deployment of security technologies and solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure data protection and system integrity.
• Provide training and awareness programs on cybersecurity for employees.
• Prepare and present reports on security performance and incidents to senior management.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of emerging security trends and threats.

Skills

Information security management

Regulatory compliance

Cybersecurity strategy

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in information technology / computer science

Job description

• Advise the Board on cybersecurity, risk, and resilience.
• Lead BSP regulatory readiness and enterprise security strategy.

About Our Client

A financial services company located in Makati.

Job Description

• Develop and implement comprehensive information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee risk assessments and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats effectively and promptly.
• Lead the evaluation and deployment of security technologies and solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure data protection and system integrity.
• Provide training and awareness programs on cybersecurity for employees.
• Prepare and present reports on security performance and incidents to senior management.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of emerging security trends and threats.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Information Security should have:

• A degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in information security management and practices.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks in the financial services industry.
• Experience in implementing cybersecurity strategies and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration and reporting.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from PHP 3900000 to PHP 4550000.
• Permanent employment in a leading financial services organization.
• Build a best-in-class security and governance program.