IT Security Operations Specialist

About the Position

IT Security Operations Specialist

Help Secure the Future of Banking

At ING, we're committed to empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and business. Through innovation, technology, and collaboration, we're transforming banking while maintaining the highest standards of security and trust.

ING Hubs Philippines is an integral part of ING's global organization, delivering services that support business units across the world. Here, you'll collaborate with diverse international teams, solve complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead security initiatives from concept through implementation and operational handover.
• Translate security policies, standards, and risk requirements into practical technical solutions.
• Partner with DevOps teams, engineers, and product owners to embed security into everyday delivery.
• Support security engineering activities, including:
  • Vulnerability management
  • Security hardening
  • Security monitoring
  • Penetration testing
  • Application security testing
  • Firewall rule reviews
• Drive local and global security programs that support regulatory and security requirements.
• Track progress, manage dependencies, and ensure successful delivery of security initiatives.

Requirements

• A strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience driving initiatives from planning through execution.
• The ability to simplify complex security challenges and develop actionable solutions.
• A balance of security engineering expertise and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of modern engineering environments and DevOps practices.
• A passion for continuous improvement, automation, and innovation.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA is advantageous.

We Offer

• Work with global teams on impactful cybersecurity initiatives.
• Contribute to protecting critical banking platforms and services.
• Grow your expertise in a collaborative, international environment.
• Be part of a culture that values learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Help shape the future of secure digital banking.

About the Company

With 65,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, ING is a global bank committed to empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business. At ING, you'll work with great people: friendly, collaborative, and (we think) fun! We empower the people around us and our customers to stay a step ahead. A job at ING comes with autonomy and the expectation to drive progress, deliver a superior customer experience, and create a more sustainable future for people and planet.

Join us and be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.