Security Architecture Head

1 day ago

Makati City, National Capital Region, Philippines EastWest Bank Full time ₱1,500,000 - ₱3,000,000 per year


About the Job

Location: Makati City

Corporate Title: Senior Assistant Vice-President

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Our Information Technology team is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Makati City with the role of Security Architecture Head.

In this role, you will lead the definition and governance of the enterprise security architecture, driving resilience, compliance, and innovation across systems and infrastructure. As a key partner in our digital transformation, you will collaborate with senior leaders to embed security as a strategic foundation in the bank's evolving ecosystem.

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

  • Lead the development and governance of the Banks security architecture framework, aligning with strategic enterprise goals and maturity models such as Zero Trust.
  • Ensure adherence to BSP Circulars, data privacy laws, and global standards including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
  • Architect secure hybrid and multi-cloud environments, embedding security into CI/CD workflows and infrastructure automation.
  • Drive threat modeling and risk assessments for key IT initiatives, promoting secure and privacy-centric design principles.
  • Cultivate a high-performing security team and collaborate across technology, risk, and business stakeholders to align security strategy.
  • Assess emerging technologies and recommend security solutions that future-proof the Banks architecture landscape.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelors or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 10 years of enterprise security architecture experience within a regulated environment, preferably in banking or finance
  • Proven expertise in Zero Trust frameworks, identity and access management, network security, and cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Comprehensive knowledge of BSP regulations and international standards such as PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and GDPR
  • Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of influencing cross-functional teams and driving strategic alignment

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

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