Penetration Tester

Manulife/John Hancock; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock is seeking a Penetration Tester to join the Global Cybersecurity Services COE to assess security posture across web apps, networks and mobile apps, and to deliver risk-based testing engagements with a hybrid work setup in Quezon City, Philippines.

You will document findings with risk analyses and remediation recommendations, collaborate with the business and second line of defense, and support security programs with strong written communication.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of IT experience with hands-on penetration testing on external and internal networks, OS, web apps, etc.
• Technical knowledge of current vulnerabilities, exploits and tools (VAPT, DAST, SAST).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field.
• Willing to work on mid-shift and night-shift in a hybrid setup in Quezon City, Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the security posture of the organization, assessing potential threats and vulnerabilities in Web Applications and/or Network Security Microservices Mobile Applications.
• Develops and communicates the understanding of the potential impacts of a cyber attack to stakeholders.
• Evaluates different security solutions and provides advice on how to best protect the organization from cyber threats.
• Ensures alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements for information security program management.
• Performs security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develops controls, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts comprehensive network scans and manual network assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability scans.
• Writes reports including technical details, risk analysis, and remediation recommendations.

Skills

Penetration testing

Network security

Web applications

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Cybersecurity

Tools

VAPT tools

DAST tools

SAST tools

Job description

Manulife’s Global Cybersecurity Services - Application Security is building up a penetration testing Centre of Excellence (COE) to deliver penetration test-related capabilities for all segments in Manulife. As a Penetration Tester, you will be working closely with our business team and the second line of defense to assess the scope and level of effort based on identified areas of risk and execute assigned engagements in alignment with common penetration testing industry frameworks. Have the skills and experience for the job? Learn more about it below! Note: Designation will be finalized after completion of the recruitment processes.

Position Responsibilities

• Evaluates the security posture of the organization, assessing potential threats and vulnerabilities in any of the following: Web Applications and/or Network Security Microservices Mobile Applications
• Develops and communicates the understanding of the potential impacts of a cyber attack to all relevant stakeholders.
• Evaluates different security solutions and provides advice on how to best protect the organization from cyber threats.
• Ensures alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements for the management of information security program.
• Performs security assessments to identify possible security vulnerabilities within the organization and develops security controls, policies, and procedures to address any issues that may exist.
• Conducts comprehensive network scans and manual network assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability scans.
• Write reports including technical details, risk analysis, and providing remediation recommendations for identified issues.

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of IT experience with a demonstrated passion for performing hands‑on penetration tests on external and internal networks, operating systems, web applications, etc.
• Has technical knowledge of current vulnerabilities, exploits and tools (VAPT, DAST, SAST, and other similar tools).
• Bachelor’s degree holder in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or any related discipline.
• Must be willing to work on mid‑shift and night‑shift schedule on a hybrid setup in Quezon City, Philippines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds an Information Security certification or is at least currently undergoing security certification/training such as OSCP, OSCE, CEH, GWAPT, GPEN, or eWPT is preferred.
• Has technical knowledge of current vulnerabilities, exploits and tools.
• Understand the concepts of different VAPT capabilities and methods.
• Ability to adopt the security industry best practices and immerse in procedures.
• Exposure with various security assessment frameworks and procedures, and the ability to perform both manual and automated testing.
• Interest in researching evolving exploits, techniques, and tools in support of penetration testing efforts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write clear and concise assessment reports.
• Good stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate with team, peers and employees.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Experience working in an international environment with people from multiple cultures is preferred.

Beginner / Fundamental Knowledge in the following

• Vulnerability Assessment
• Penetration Testing
• Security Risk Assessment
• Risk Management
• Security Testing
• Cyber Threat Intelligence

Fresh graduates of relevant courses are encouraged to apply.

When you join our team

We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement Hybrid

We're Manulife. And we’re on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It’s what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It’s the reason we’re dedicated to investing in digital innovation and industry‑leading AI, and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you’ll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go.

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2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025 Financial Times World’s Best Employers Asia‑Pacific 2026 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers 2026 #1 Life Insurer for AI Maturity by Evident 2026

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