SECURITY ARCHITECT

About Security Bank

We are the Philippines' largest independent bank, having won countless awards over the years, including Philippines' Top Employer, named by Statistica, and Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion, awarded by Asiamoney.​​

We’re changing how people bank. From the moment customers enter our branches to their experience online, we make them feel valued and empowered.​
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Now, with more than 300+ branches nationwide, BetterBanking has become the gold standard in improving the banking lives of millions of Filipinos. But we’re far from done.​

In our constant pursuit of excellence and improvement, we create teams that support our business and each other. 

About the role:

The Security Architect, plans, designs, builds, and tests security solutions and capabilities within SBC. By identifying areas of weakness, staying up to date with the latest security standards, and having a thorough understanding of the Bank’s IT systems, the security architect identifies possible security threats to prevent a cyber breach.

How you'll contribute: 

• Plans, researches, and designs security architecture for IT systems. Determines security protocols by evaluating business strategies and requirements.
• Develops, reviews, and approves installation requirements for LANs, WANs, VPNs, firewalls, routers, and related network devices.
• Conducts regular tests and monitoring of network security. Responds to and investigates security incidents and provides thorough post-event analyses. Reviews system security measures and implement necessary enhancements.
• Researches, trains, and advocates novel technologies, tools, emerging security practices, and standards to ensure the latest trends and developments in Security management are considered part of SBC's security strategy
• Supports a positive and collaborative digital delivery culture with a philosophy of continuous improvement, development, innovation and excellence, while remaining in compliance with the bank’s policies and procedures and upholding the highest standards of professional conduct

What we’re looking for

• 8-10 years of experience in security architecture and design in a large, complex enterprise environment.
• Strong understanding of security architecture and design principles
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• In-depth knowledge of security principles, technologies, and standards
• Understanding of the overall banking and financial services industry
• Knowledge of the various banking regulations and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with cloud security, identity and access management, and network security