(Digital Bank) IT Manager

This role required candidate to work at Pasig Cty or Cavite City, Philippines.

About the Company:

Our client is transforming the financial landscape in the Philippines with a versatile app that streamlines and improves financial interactions for users. Committed to clarity and convenience, our client offers a leading savings rate of 8% annually, establishing itself as a pioneer in advanced financial services. Aligned with national digital payment goals to increase financial inclusion, our client's initiative addresses the needs of 50 million Filipinos currently outside the digital financial sphere, responding to the demand for effective, secure financial solutions in a rapidly evolving digital society.

We are a leading bank committed to delivering secure and innovative financial solutions. Our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of information security and risk management drives our search for an experienced IT Manager to lead our Information Security division. Join us in shaping the future of banking security, where your expertise will play a crucial role in protecting our operations and customers.

Role Overview:

As the IT Manager for Information Security, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing a comprehensive information security strategy that aligns with our bank's risk appetite. This role is pivotal in managing cyber risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to secure the bank's digital assets.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a divisional information security roadmap in collaboration with the IT Network Manager, ensuring alignment with the bank's risk appetite.

Risk Management: Proactively manage cybersecurity risks by assessing system vulnerabilities, establishing a vendor risk management process, and implementing risk mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain effective relationships with business stakeholders, defining clear frameworks for information security roles, responsibilities, and data protection.

Compliance and Regulation: Lead security assessments and audits in compliance with Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) standards, respond to security incidents promptly, and implement corrective measures to prevent future breaches.

Policy Development: Establish and maintain information security policies, standards, and guidelines, ensuring the bank stays ahead of security trends and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

This role required candidate to work at Pasig Cty or Cavite City, Philippines.

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; a Master's degree is a plus.

Minimum 5 years of experience in IT Security Management, preferably with a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.

Proficiency in MS Office Programs and a solid understanding of network security, IT regulatory compliance, and BSP security protocols.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English.

Demonstrated ability to lead and negotiate effectively, with a strategic focus and strong business acumen.