Senior Security Analyst - 6802

Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,161,000 - 1,585,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO Coverage

Life Insurance on Day 1

Paid Annual Leaves

Retirement package

Career growth

Well-being programs

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Cambridge University Press & Assessment in Makati City, Metro Manila, invites a Senior Security Analyst to join our Manila-based team, working UK-aligned hours. You will lead front-line security operations, investigate Major and Priority 1 incidents, and help strengthen our global security posture to protect the organisation.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement with a supportive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a world-renowned not-for-profit

Qualifications

• Senior-level security operations experience with handling complex L2/L3 incidents.
• Experience in reviewing incident reports and performing root-cause analysis to improve security outcomes.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and modern threat landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex L2/L3 security incidents from detection through resolution, coordinating teams.
• Review incident reports and provide recommendations to improve security outcomes.
• Provide quality reviews of investigations and risk assessments to support consistency and accuracy.
• Identify and drive improvements to incident response processes and controls.
• Act as escalation point and coach analysts on complex incidents.

Skills

Security Operations

L2/L3 incidents

SIEM / EDR

Threat Intelligence

Incident Response

Root Cause Analysis

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Tools

SIEM tools

EDR tools

Job description

Work setup

We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule

3PM to 11PM Manila time, requiring some flexibility during major incidents or to support shifting schedules.

Employment type

Permanent

Location

Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range

We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable within the salary range of Php 104,000 to 142,000 to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

Senior Security Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Analyst to join our Manila-based team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, working UK-aligned hours. In this role, you will lead front-line security operations, investigating and responding to Major and Priority 1 incidents while proactively identifying and mitigating threats to strengthen our global security posture and protect the organisation.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?

At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures

What will you do as a Senior Security Analyst?

• Lead complex L2/L3 security incidents from detection through resolution, coordinating teams and escalating issues when needed.
• Review incident reports, perform root-cause analysis, and provide recommendations to improve security outcomes.
• Provide quality reviews of incident investigations and risk assessments to support consistency and accuracy.
• Identify and lead improvements to incident response processes, security controls, and ways of working.
• Act as a technical escalation point and coach analysts on complex incidents and investigations.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

• Senior-level Security Operations experience, including independently managing complex L2/L3 security incidents.
• Strong proficiency with SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence, monitoring, forensic, and security analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and modern threat landscapes, including malware, ransomware, phishing, and API-related threats.
• Experience across the full incident response lifecycle, from detection and analysis through containment, recovery and post-incident review.
• Experience conducting root-cause analysis and risk assessments, with the ability to critically evaluate findings and identify security gaps.
• Demonstrated ability to make risk-based decisions and determine appropriate courses of action during complex or ambiguous incidents.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other analysts and acting as an escalation point for complex cases.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical risks, findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.