Head of Information Security

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Philippines; On-site; PHP 3,900,000 - 4,550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent role

Security governance program

Job summary

Hammerjack Pty Ltd in the Philippines is seeking a Head of Information Security to advise the Board on cybersecurity, risk, and resilience, and to lead regulatory readiness for BSP with enterprise security strategy.

The role entails developing and implementing comprehensive information security policies, overseeing risk assessments, monitoring incidents, evaluating security solutions, and building a robust governance program with training and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
• Proven expertise in information security management and practices.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Board on cybersecurity, risk, and resilience.
• Lead regulatory readiness and enterprise security strategy for BSP.
• 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.
• Lead 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 up-to-date understanding of emerging security trends and threats.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Security strategy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or 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.

Quote job ref: JN-092026-7102619