Security Incident Management Head

EastWest Bank; Makati; On-site; PHP 892,800 - 1,339,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and training opportunities

Competitive salary package and benefits

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

EastWest Bank is seeking a Security Incident Management Head to manage day-to-day cybersecurity operations in Makati. You will lead the team in detecting and responding to threats while ensuring the Bank maintains a strong security posture.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant professional certifications. This role offers competitive salaries, career development, and the chance to work with industry experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Management, or MIS required.
• Professional certifications in security management, risk, and compliance required.
• Experience managing vendors and consultants, ensuring performance meets specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage cybersecurity incidents ensuring swift and effective responses.
• Oversee incident response with containment and recovery strategies.
• Establish planning and training for effective threat and incident response.

Skills

Incident management

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

NIST

ISO

SANS

COBIT

Job description

About the Job

Location: Makati

Corporate Title: Senior Manager

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Our Information Security and Data Protection team is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Makati with the role of Security Incident Management Head.

In this role you will manage day-to-day cybersecurity operations, detecting and responding to threats, events, and incidents while driving the overall program strategy, development, and continual enhancement of the Bank's security posture and resiliency. You will also oversee the implementation of security tools and processes, guide incident response, review and strengthen controls, refine threat and risk models, and ensure the Bank adapts effectively to evolving cyber risks.

Your dream. Our focus.

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is one of the largest universal banks in the Philippines, and is committed to continuously invest in people and in process, product, and service enhancements, and embrace new ideas to enhance the EastWest experience.

We empower our employees to drive their careers and are committed to provide the runway for them to grow. We value teamwork and individual initiative. Join us and be part of a highly engaged team, and a workplace that promotes development and goal attainment.

Whether you're just starting out, or already a seasoned professional, EastWest can help you unleash your potential, and bridge the gap between dream to success.

What the role will entail

• Manage cybersecurity incidents to ensure swift and effective responses that minimize disruption and protect critical assets
• Oversee incident response with coordinated containment, eradication, and recovery strategies for cybersecurity events
• Establish planning and training including tabletop exercises to prepare the organization for effective threat and incident response
• Build and mentor teams of skilled security experts specializing in detection, response, and recovery from evolving cyber threats
• Implement incident playbooks and operational standards, using KPIs/KRIs to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Management, or MIS, with equivalent business experience required
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, C-CISO, CISA, CISM, GSEC, CRISC, or related credentials in security management, risk, and compliance requiredExperience managing vendors and consultants, ensuring performance and deliverables meet specifications
• Proven leadership in managing complex IT programs, incident management, and risk management within financial services or information security industries, with strong communication skills across diverse stakeholders
• Deep knowledge of security technologies, industry best practices (NIST, ISO, SANS, COBIT, CERT), and compliance requirements (SOX, PCI, HIPAA)

What you can expect from joining our team

• Career development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary package and benefits
• Performance-based incentives and recognition programs to reward high-performing individuals
• Opportunity to work with industry experts and be mentored by them
• Defined career progression paths to guide you in your professional growth