IT and Cybersecurity Manager

Our Clients; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Clients in Makati, Philippines seeks an experienced IT & Security Manager to lead IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology operations within a growing organization.

You will drive security strategy, manage a technical team, ensure business continuity, and collaborate with stakeholders to align IT with business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of managerial IT and cybersecurity experience.
• Hands-on system administration, network management, and security practices.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, hardware, software, and security frameworks.
• Experience supporting remote work environments and distributed teams.
• Professional CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, or ITIL certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT and security team, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, networks, and apps.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and incident response.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and security controls documentation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT capabilities with business goals.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Security operations

Team leadership

System administration

Network management

Cybersecurity practices

Endpoint security

Access control

Risk mitigation

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT & Cybersecurity Manager to lead IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology operations within a growing organization.

This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of IT systems, while also driving cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and compliance. The successful candidate will lead IT operations, manage a technical team, and ensure that systems, networks, and security frameworks support business continuity and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

IT Leadership & Team Management

The IT & Security Manager will lead, mentor, and develop the IT and security team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture. The role includes conducting regular performance reviews, setting clear objectives, and supporting continuous improvement and professional development.

IT Infrastructure & Operations

The role is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems, including networks, servers, and enterprise applications. This includes ensuring systems are optimized for performance, scalability, and reliability, as well as managing updates, patches, and issue resolution to minimize downtime.

The successful candidate will also monitor system performance and proactively address technical issues to ensure uninterrupted business operations.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

The IT & Security Manager will implement and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect organizational systems and data from emerging threats.

This includes conducting security assessments, managing incident response activities, and delivering security awareness initiatives. The role also involves identifying risks through audits and monitoring activities, and working closely with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

The role ensures that IT policies and procedures comply with relevant industry standards and data protection regulations. This includes maintaining accurate documentation of security controls, audit results, and corrective actions.

The IT & Security Manager will also collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.

Strategic Collaboration & Business Support

The role acts as a strategic partner to business functions, ensuring alignment between IT capabilities and organizational objectives.

This includes supporting onboarding and offboarding processes, managing system access controls, and coordinating with HR and other departments to ensure secure and efficient IT operations. The role also involves supporting technical requirements for workforce transitions and operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of managerial experience in IT and cybersecurity roles, with strong expertise in IT infrastructure, security operations, and team leadership.

Candidates should have hands-on experience with system administration, network management, and cybersecurity practices, including endpoint security, access control, and risk mitigation.

Strong knowledge of IT systems, hardware, software, networking, and security frameworks is required, along with experience supporting remote work environments and distributed teams.

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CCNP, or ITIL are highly desirable.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Impact of the Role

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the organization’s IT environment remains secure, reliable, and scalable. By strengthening cybersecurity posture, improving IT operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance, the IT & Security Manager enables safe and efficient business operations.