IT Security Operations Specialist

ing; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ING Hubs Philippines is seeking an IT Security Operations Specialist to bridge security strategy with execution. You will lead initiatives across security, engineering, and delivery, translating policies into practical solutions while partnering with DevOps teams and product owners to embed security into daily work.

The role emphasizes ownership, continuous improvement, and the ability to simplify complex security challenges into actionable plans, within a global, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Ownership and accountability in security projects.
• Experience driving initiatives from planning through execution.
• Ability to translate security requirements into practical solutions.
• Understanding of modern engineering environments and DevOps practices.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Automation and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead security initiatives from concept through implementation and handover.
• Translate security policies and risk requirements into technical solutions.
• Partner with DevOps, engineers, and product owners to embed security into delivery.
• Support security engineering activities.
• Manage vulnerability, security hardening, monitoring, and testing.
• Review firewall rules and drive security programs to meet regulatory needs.
• Track progress, manage dependencies, ensure delivery of security initiatives.

Skills

Ownership

Delivery mindset

Security engineering

DevOps understanding

Automation

Stakeholder management

Education

Security certifications advantageous (CISSP/CISM/CRISC/CISA)

Job description

IT Security Operations Specialist

Help Secure the Future of Banking

At ING, we're committed to empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and business. Through innovation, technology, and collaboration, we're transforming banking while maintaining the highest standards of security and trust.

ING Hubs Philippines is an integral part of ING's global organization, delivering services that support business units across the world. Here, you'll collaborate with diverse international teams, solve complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an IT Security Operations Specialist with a strong delivery mindset who can turn security strategy into action. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of security, engineering, and execution, driving initiatives that strengthen ING's cybersecurity posture and resilience.

What You'll Do

• Lead security initiatives from concept through implementation and operational handover.
• Translate security policies, standards, and risk requirements into practical technical solutions.
• Partner with DevOps teams, engineers, and product owners to embed security into everyday delivery.
• Support security engineering activities
• Vulnerability management
• Security hardening
• Security monitoring
• Penetration testing
• Application security testing
• Firewall rule reviews
• Drive local and global security programs that support regulatory and security requirements.
• Track progress, manage dependencies, and ensure successful delivery of security initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• A strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience driving initiatives from planning through execution.
• The ability to simplify complex security challenges and develop actionable solutions.
• A balance of security engineering expertise and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of modern engineering environments and DevOps practices.
• A passion for continuous improvement, automation, and innovation.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA is advantageous.

Why Join ING?

• Work with global teams on impactful cybersecurity initiatives.
• Contribute to protecting critical banking platforms and services.
• Grow your expertise in a collaborative, international environment.
• Be part of a culture that values learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Help shape the future of secure digital banking.

About ING

With 65,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, there is no shortage of opportunities for people with initiative who want to help people take a step ahead in life and in business. Do you want to work at the cutting edge of what's possible and at the same time ensure you work with integrity and hold the customer's interests at heart? Do you want to be surrounded by progressive, inspiring, diverse and supportive colleagues? Then there is no better place to invest your talents than at ING.