Operational IT Security Specialist

Stolt-Nielsen; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Hybrid work setup

Job summary

Stolt-Nielsen Limited in the Philippines is seeking an IT Security Operations Specialist to monitor and enforce security across the global IT landscape, including vessels, depots, terminals and aquaculture ventures. You will be the first contact for security incidents, manage risks, and coordinate with third-party providers.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the IT Security Officer and vendors, requires a solid foundation in threat monitoring and incident response, and offers a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT Security, or related field with international experience.
• Strong understanding of threats, risks, networking, TCP/IP, incident response, and security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain security policies for global IT landscape, including vessels and terminals.
• Serve as first contact for security incidents and tickets, manage risks and escalations.
• Perform risk assessments of third parties and coordinate with vendors and service providers.
• Review and optimize firewall policies and ensure SOC documentation is up to date.
• Stay updated on threats and leverage threat intelligence to strengthen security posture.
• Provide regular security reporting and continuous improvement recommendations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident response

Threat monitoring

Security analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT Security

Tools

Microsoft 365 Security Suite

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Vulnerability Management

Network security monitoring

Firewall administration

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Are you interested in joining the world of international storage and distribution of bulk liquids, tankers, terminals, aquaculture & LNG? Stolt-Nielsen’s fast growing Business Technology - IT Security team is looking for an IT Security Operations Specialist.

Stolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL) is the specialist storage and transportation provider for bulk liquids: chemicals, clean petroleum, gases, vegetable oils, biofuels and oleochemicals. We also focus on opportunities in aquaculture & LNG. Stolt-Nielsen plays an essential part in the global supply chain and every one of our people contributes to our success.

What You Will Be Doing

The IT Security Operations Specialist is responsible for monitoring, applying, and maintaining security policies and guidelines for the global IT landscape, including vessels, depots, terminals and seafarms. You will act as the first point of contact for all security related incidents and tickets, manage security risks, incidents and problem tickets assigned to third-party support or providers, and perform risk assessments of third parties. The role requires strong interaction with the IT Security Officer, regional Service Delivery teams, security vendors and managed (security) service providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Third-Party Risk Management – Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with external vendors, service providers, applications, and services, including security compliance evaluations.
• Incident Management & Security Operations – Detect, investigate, and resolve security incidents within defined SLAs by analyzing alerts, correlating security data, determining root causes, assessing impact, and escalating out-of-scope incidents to the appropriate teams or vendors.
• Identity & Email Security Support – Respond to user inquiries on suspicious emails, identify phishing/spam threats, provide authentication support, and investigate high-risk sign-ins or compromised accounts.
• Data Privacy & Breach Response – Respond to personal data breach incidents, assist in containment and remediation, recommend preventive measures, and prepare incident reports.
• Security Governance & Continuous Improvement – Review and optimize firewall policies and rulebases, update security policies, maintain SOC documentation, recommend process improvements, and provide regular security reporting.
• Threat Intelligence & Security Monitoring – Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats by leveraging threat intelligence, data feeds, and security tools to strengthen the organization\'s security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT Security, or a related field, with at least 3 years of experience in an international environment and IT Security Operations.
• Strong understanding of security threats, risks, networking, TCP/IP, security incident response, and security technologies such as access control, encryption, and multi-factor authentication.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Security Suite, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Vulnerability Management, network and security monitoring tools, and preferably firewall and router administration.
• Experience in third-party risk management is highly preferred, with knowledge of security and privacy frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and GDPR.
• Ability to analyze security reports, recommend appropriate security controls and mitigations, and effectively investigate and respond to security incidents.
• Self-driven and able to work independently, with strong communication, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

What We Offer

• Be part of a global organization with excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package, along with attractive perks and comprehensive benefits.
• Experience the flexibility of a hybrid work setup that supports work-life balance.

How To Apply

• Submit your application online and attach an updated copy of your CV.
• Qualified applicants will be invited for an initial assessment, which includes the Predictive Index (PI) assessment as part of the selection process.
• Candidates who successfully pass the initial assessment will proceed to the final interview with the Hiring Manager(s).

Got questions about the process? Contact Arjay Angel ([e-mail]).

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies

We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.

About Us

Stolt-Nielsen Limited is a long-term investor and manager of businesses focused on opportunities in logistics, distribution, and aquaculture. The Stolt-Nielsen portfolio consists of its three global bulk-liquid and chemicals logistics businesses – Stolt Tankers, Stolthaven Terminals and Stolt Tank Containers – Stolt Sea Farm and investments in LNG. Stolt-Nielsen Limited is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Oslo Børs: SNI).