Information & Cyber Security Deputy Practice Leader

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for you to join a global leader as the Information and Cyber Security Deputy Practice Leader, based in Taguig.

This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives on supporting the development and implementation of operational strategies within a world-class Information Security Centre of Expertise. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the ongoing delivery of outstanding client service across all business segments, while taking responsibility for the operational efficiency and effectiveness of a high-performing team. The organisation offers an inclusive environment where your expertise in operations management, people development, and strategic planning will be highly valued. With a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth, this position provides you with the platform to make a significant impact on both local and global security initiatives. Flexible working opportunities and a supportive leadership culture ensure that you can achieve your career ambitions while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Play a key role in shaping the future of information and cyber security operations within a globally recognised centre of expertise, driving best practices and operational excellence across international teams.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and a collaborative environment that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and supportive leadership at every level.
• Join an organisation committed to nurturing talent, offering comprehensive training opportunities, generous pension contributions, and clear pathways for career progression within the field of information security.

What you'll do:

As the Information and Cyber Security Deputy Practice Leader, you will be instrumental in shaping the operational landscape of a global security function. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and oversee critical transition projects that enhance service delivery. You will be responsible for establishing effective governance frameworks that ensure compliance with regulatory standards while monitoring key performance indicators to guide decision-making. In addition to managing capacity planning efforts, you will play an active role in developing talent through coaching, mentoring, and structured performance reviews. By partnering with HR on talent management strategies and contributing to broader business unit planning alongside international colleagues, you will help set the direction for future growth. Your ability to foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and shared success will be essential as you support your team in delivering outstanding results for clients worldwide.

• Drive initiatives within the management team that contribute to long-term operational excellence by implementing effective processes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across multiple regions to ensure alignment with organisational goals and deliver exceptional client service at all times.
• Lead work transition activities for the Information Security team, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and integration of new processes or responsibilities.
• Oversee process enhancement projects by conducting GAP analysis, developing future-state processes, and identifying training needs to support team capability building.
• Maintain robust governance structures and ensure compliance with internal control frameworks to meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Monitor key metrics to track progress against strategic objectives, regularly evaluating team performance and service delivery outcomes.
• Establish and continuously review performance measurement structures that drive accountability and support ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Assist with interviewing, selecting, mentoring, and developing team members while serving as an escalation point for operational issues within the department.
• Work closely with HR to develop and implement talent management strategies that attract, retain, and nurture top information security professionals.
• Contribute to short- and long-term business unit strategy development in partnership with overseas counterparts, presenting proposals for future work transitions to senior management.

What you bring:

To excel as an Information and Cyber Security Deputy Practice Leader, you will bring extensive experience managing large-scale operations within fast-evolving environments. Your background should include proven success overseeing multi-disciplinary teams responsible for delivering high-quality services across diverse business areas. A collaborative approach combined with excellent relationship-building skills enables you to connect effectively with colleagues at all levels—from direct reports through senior leadership—while guiding them towards shared goals. Your analytical mindset allows you to assess current processes critically before recommending improvements that drive efficiency without compromising quality or compliance. Experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes further enhances your ability to maintain robust governance structures aligned with industry standards. Above all else, your commitment to nurturing talent through mentorship ensures that every member of your team feels supported in their professional journey.

• A degree-level qualification in business, IT or a security-related subject is required to provide foundational knowledge relevant to this role.
• At least seven years’ experience in operations management roles is essential, including five years leading large service delivery teams within complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse processes involving multiple stakeholders while maintaining high standards of client service is vital.
• Proven experience in organisational effectiveness initiatives such as implementing best practices or process enhancements is highly desirable.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills are needed to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation while influencing positive outcomes through collaboration.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities are required for evaluating complex situations and making informed recommendations under pressure.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are necessary for articulating ideas clearly across different audiences both internally and externally.
• Experience conducting transitions or knowledge transfer activities is beneficial for ensuring smooth integration during periods of change or growth.
• Familiarity with establishing robust performance measurement structures supports ongoing evaluation of team effectiveness against strategic objectives.
• Knowledge of information security standards, frameworks or regulations—alongside experience working in regulated environments—is advantageous but not mandatory.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a true leader in its field by investing heavily in its people-centric culture—one that prioritises collaboration over competition while championing diversity at every level. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to promote work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions that secure their financial futures. Comprehensive training programmes empower staff members to expand their skillsets continuously while transparent career progression pathways reward ambition with real advancement opportunities. Supportive leadership fosters an environment where everyone’s voice is heard; ideas are welcomed regardless of seniority; successes are celebrated collectively; challenges are met together; personal wellbeing is always respected. By joining this forward-thinking company as an Information & Cyber Security Deputy Practice Leader, you become part of a networked community dedicated not only to protecting data but also empowering individuals—ensuring both organisational resilience today and sustainable growth tomorrow.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in information security operations management to new heights within an inclusive global environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below—your next exciting challenge awaits!

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