Cybersecurity Lead

Twoconnect

. Define and own the group's cybersecurity strategy, maturity roadmap and investment priorities .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and owning cybersecurity strategy, governance, and risk management, with a strong focus on measurable improvements and executive reporting. Proficient in security frameworks and standards, particularly in Microsoft enterprise environments and operational technology security.

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Cybersecurity Strategy OwnershipSecurity Framework ManagementMicrosoft Defender ExpertiseIncident Response LeadershipSenior Security Certifications

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Hard Skills

Cyber Risk ManagementSecurity Architecture PrinciplesControl Framework DevelopmentEssential Eight Maturity ProgrammeOperational Technology Security

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationLeadershipRisk PrioritizationOrganizational Security Awareness

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft DefenderArctic WolfMicrosoft 365Entra IDITSM-Embedded Security Operations

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing SecurityIndustrial SecurityCritical Infrastructure SecurityCybersecurity GovernanceMulti-Site Risk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityERPITSM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and own the group's cybersecurity strategy, maturity roadmap and investment priorities
Set security standards for IT, regional providers and managed service providers
Own the cyber risk register, control framework and Essential Eight maturity programme
Drive measurable improvement toward target maturity and report security posture and risk to executives and the board
Define security architecture principles across identity, endpoint, network, cloud and corporate IT/OT boundaries
Embed security into environment design and change governance
Own the incident response framework and lead major-incident response
Coordinate the analyst, Arctic Wolf, IT teams and the business during incidents
Lead post-incident reviews and resulting improvements
Set and assure security requirements for managed service providers and regional providers
Assess and reduce operational technology and plant-network risk
Own the security toolset relationship and roadmap, including Microsoft Defender and Arctic Wolf
Advise on security implications of major programmes, including the D365 rollout
Lead and develop the IT Security Analyst
Build security awareness and improve organisational security maturity and culture
Lead a two-person security function while maintaining separation between strategic security direction and day-to-day execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in a senior cybersecurity role—security manager, lead, or equivalent—owning strategy, governance and risk, not solely operations
8+ years in cybersecurity, with several years in a leadership or strategic capacity
Proven ownership of a security framework and maturity programme (Essential Eight, NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent)
Track record of measurable improvement and executive or board reporting
Strong grounding in securing Microsoft enterprise environments, including Defender, Entra ID and Microsoft 365
Experience working with a managed SOC or MDR provider such as Arctic Wolf
Experience managing cyber risk across a complex, multi-site or multi-country organisation
Ability to prioritise risk against business reality
Capability to face executives, auditors and the business, translating technical risk into decisions
Ability to hold a security standard against operational pressure
Experience of, or genuine appetite for, operational technology (OT) and industrial environment security
Manufacturing, industrial or critical-infrastructure security experience (desirable)
Senior security certifications such as CISSP or CISM (desirable)
Experience leading security through a major transformation or ERP programme (desirable)
Familiarity with ITSM-embedded security operations such as Freshservice (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work from home
Mon - Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT (adjustments will be made for daylight saving time)
HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements
Government-mandated benefits
Opportunities to work with leading companies in Australia and beyond
Training programmes for career development
Engaging company outings, team activities and wellness sessions
Supportive, inclusive culture
Dedicated managers focused on your growth and success
Competitive pay and benefits
Additional entitlements
Structured career development programs
People-first culture focused on stability, growth and employee care