IT Security Officer - Remote - BGC - Up to 180K

weSource Management Consultancy Firm; Taguig; Remote; PHP 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced IT Security Officer to provide technical security advice and maintain security operations in a remote setup. With a salary package of up to 180K, the role requires at least 6 years of relevant experience, a degree in a computer-related field, and knowledge of SEIM and SOAR tools. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and be able to manage security incidents effectively. Candidates should be willing to work onsite when required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in IT security.
• Able to thrive in a changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical security advice to the organization.
• Investigate and report potential security threats.
• Maintain awareness of trends in Information Security.

Skills

Client facing experience

Setting up IT security

Experience with SEIM and SOAR tools

Penetration Testing

Phishing Simulation

Familiarity with cloud infrastructure

Technical security expertise

Incident Management

Education

Degree in Computer Engineering or IT-related field

Job description

IT Security Officer - Remote - BGC - Up to 180K

About the job IT Security Officer - Remote - BGC - Up to 180K

We are looking for a Sr IT Security Officer with at least 6 years experience to work for a BPO Client located in BGC.

This role is designed to follow a remote setup, on a night shift schedule.

Salary is up to 180K Package.

Target Relevant Years of Experience: 6 years

Work Set-up: WFH and equipment will be provided (but need to go onsite if needed like company events, training, or meetings that need to be conducted onsite)

• with experience in Client facing
• have set up and established IT security
• with experience in different SEIM and SOAR tools
• with experience in Penetration Testing and Phishing Simulation
• familiarity with the cloud-based infrastructure

The IT Security Officer provides technical security expertise to secure the companys and/or client's information and information systems, through the application of accepted best practices both in control management and service delivery.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• As a Security SME, provide technical security advice and guidance to the organization.
• Investigate, assess, and report on the development or spread of potential information security threats and
• vulnerabilities that may impact DME.
• Maintain awareness of trends in the development of Information Security, including through
• participation in industry forums
• Identification of inefficient procedures or processes, and suggesting improvements for implementation.
• Maintain and contribute to Documentation tasks
• After-hours work may be required.
• Weekend work may sometimes be required.
• On-call rotated roster as required
• Complete time recording processes for work performed as required
• Prepare and review documentation related to services, procedures, or clients as required
• Perform security evaluations of infrastructure changes.
• Assist as part of the Incident and Problem Management team, in the resolution of technical security incidents.
• Provide security management functions for various devices and systems including device management, monitoring incident handling, analysis, and monthly reporting
• Hold ownership of security policy and configurations of infrastructure elements (such as mail filters, log servers, and web filters), and perform management functions such as policy reviews, incident handling, analysis, and monthly reporting.
• Other security-related duties as directed

Job Required Qualification:

• Degree in Computer Engineering and other computer related studies, ECE or IT related field
• Able to thrive in an environment characterized by rapidly changing requirements
• At least 2 years of experience working in a BPO environment
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Able to successfully manage multiple priorities
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Strong commitment to company values and operating principles
• Willing to work in the office if asked to do so

Technical Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of security-related Network and System infrastructures gained over 3 to 5 years with a large faceted organization, preferably IT Outsourcing, Government, or other organization running mission-critical systems.
• Demonstrate understanding of IT Security Management principles and delivery within an ITIL-based operational framework.
• Understanding of basic network principles, especially IP networking, including the nature of common protocols and products (eg, HTTP, SSH)
• Basic system administration skills on supported operating systems (Microsoft Windows, Linux) and a general understanding of the security features of various operating systems
• Understanding of the principles of network security technologies, and specific experience with the management of enterprise-class products
• Understanding of vulnerability assessment products
• Understanding and experience of SOC and SIEM technology