Security Engineer

A leading financial institution is seeking a Security Engineer (SIEM) to join their expert cybersecurity team in Taguig.

This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in safeguarding digital assets, ensuring robust threat detection, and supporting the continuous evolution of security monitoring capabilities. The organisation offers a collaborative environment where your technical expertise will be valued, and your contributions will directly impact the safety and resilience of critical systems. You will benefit from flexible working opportunities, access to ongoing training, and the chance to work alongside knowledgeable professionals who are committed to nurturing talent and fostering professional growth. If you are passionate about defending against cyber threats and eager to make a meaningful difference within a supportive network, this position provides the perfect platform for your next career move.

• Join a highly skilled cybersecurity team dedicated to protecting vital digital infrastructure and responding proactively to emerging threats across the organisation.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities, comprehensive training programmes, and the support of experienced colleagues who value knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Contribute directly to the enhancement of security operations by leveraging advanced SIEM technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do
As a Security Engineer Security (SIEM), you will immerse yourself in hands-on cybersecurity operations that are essential for real-time threat detection and rapid incident response. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve administering sophisticated SIEM solutions, optimising detection rules, conducting forensic investigations when necessary, and integrating up-to-date threat intelligence into monitoring workflows. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that incident handling is seamlessly embedded throughout the organisation's operations. In addition to supporting both defensive strategies—such as managing firewalls or endpoint protections—and offensive measures like penetration testing simulations, you will also contribute significantly to developing standardised playbooks for incident response. By continuously refining these procedures based on lessons learned from actual events, you will help drive improvements in overall security posture. Your ability to communicate findings clearly with stakeholders ensures that everyone remains informed about current threats while aligning security efforts with broader organisational objectives.

• Detect, escalate, and remediate cybersecurity incidents efficiently while ensuring minimal disruption to business operations through effective incident management processes.
• Conduct thorough investigations into security events, perform root cause analyses, and participate in post-incident reviews to strengthen organisational defences.
• Collaborate closely with various internal teams to ensure seamless integration of incident handling procedures across all operational areas.
• Perform forensic analysis and malware investigations as required to uncover the source and impact of security breaches.
• Engage in proactive threat hunting activities to identify anomalies, suspicious behaviours, and potential breaches before they escalate into significant incidents.
• Analyse new threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors in order to anticipate risks and adapt security measures accordingly.
• Integrate actionable threat intelligence into SIEM rulesets and workflows within the Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment.
• Support both defensive measures such as firewall rule management, endpoint protection strategies, patching protocols as well as offensive techniques like penetration testing and simulation exercises.
• Operate, maintain, and optimise SIEM platforms along with other SOC technologies to ensure high availability, accuracy, and effectiveness of security monitoring tools.
• Develop and refine incident response playbooks for various attack scenarios while maintaining clear documentation of SOC activities, incidents, and processes.

What You Bring
To excel as a Security Engineer (SIEM), you will bring substantial hands-on experience from previous roles focused on security operations centres or similar environments. Your academic background should include at least a bachelor's degree in computer science or related fields complemented by industry-recognised certifications that demonstrate your commitment to professional excellence. You have developed deep familiarity with SIEM technologies alongside other core security tools such as IDS/IPS systems firewalls antivirus solutions enabling you to monitor detect analyse respond swiftly to evolving threats. Your approach combines rigorous analytical thinking with strong interpersonal skills allowing you to work collaboratively across departments while communicating complex technical issues clearly. Experience conducting forensic investigations root cause analyses post-incident reviews further enhances your ability to protect organisational assets proactively. If you have previously supported or mentored less experienced colleagues your nurturing attitude will be welcomed within this inclusive team environment.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity or a related discipline is required for this role.
• At least one recognised professional certification such as Security+, ECIH, GCIH, CySA+, CSA, CFR, CISM or CISSP is mandatory; additional certifications are highly desirable.
• A minimum of five years' proven experience working within a security operations role or similar capacity is essential for success in this position.
• Demonstrated expertise in incident response management including escalation procedures and remediation strategies is expected.
• Hands-on experience with key security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus software suites and especially SIEM platforms is crucial.
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles including best practices for threat detection monitoring vulnerability assessment risk mitigation compliance requirements etc.
• Proficiency in conducting forensic analysis malware investigations root cause assessments post-incident reviews is highly valued.
• Strong analytical skills combined with excellent problem-solving abilities enable you to respond effectively under pressure during complex incidents.
• Outstanding communication skills facilitate collaboration with internal teams stakeholders external partners ensuring alignment on security objectives policies procedures etc.
• Experience mentoring junior analysts or providing guidance within a SOC environment would be considered an advantage though not strictly required.

What Sets This Company Apart
This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to building a secure digital future through teamwork knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to promote work-life balance alongside generous training opportunities that encourage ongoing professional development. The company fosters an inclusive culture where every voice is heard contributions are valued equally regardless of background or level of experience. With access to cutting-edge technologies supportive leadership structures and a dependable network of peers you can expect both personal satisfaction and career advancement as part of this respected institution's cybersecurity function. Their dedication extends beyond technical excellence—they prioritise empathy collaboration kindness loyalty among team members creating an environment where everyone feels empowered supported motivated by shared goals. If you seek more than just another job but rather a place where your expertise makes a tangible difference while being surrounded by considerate colleagues this is the ideal setting for your next chapter.

What's Next
If you are ready to take on an impactful role where your skills truly matter we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity further

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards making a real difference in cybersecurity starts here.

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