Senior Data Security Manager

Company: Union Bank of the Philippines

Position: Senior Data Security Manager

Office Location: UBP Plaza, Pasig

Job Summary: The Data Security Manager is responsible for ensuring the organization's data security compliance and governance within the broader information security framework. This role involves developing and implementing data security policies, ensuring adherence to information security policies, regulations, and protecting the organization's data assets

Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of Data Security Analysts, ensuring that their activities align with the organization's data security policies and objectives
• Develop and enforce data security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with information security policies, regulations and standards by conducting regular data security audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor and respond to data security incidents and breaches.
• Collaborate with IT, legal, security teams, and business units to ensure data protection compliance.
• Implement data loss prevention (DLP) strategies and technologies.
• Provide training and awareness programs on data security best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest data security trends and threats.
• Prepare and present data security reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations in collaboration with the Data Privacy Team, incorporating data privacy requirements on controls surrounding PIIs.
• Develop and practice joint incident response plans to ensure seamless collaboration during cybersecurity incidents.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in data security or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of data protection regulations (e.g., ISO27001, NIST, GDPR).

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Experience with data security tools and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CC, CISSP, CISM) are a plus.
• Design Thinker
• Team Player
• Possess keen organizational and people handling skills.
• Problem solving ability.
• Ability to foster teamwork.
• Express oneself clearly in conversations, interactions, and business writing.
• Self-organizing.
• The ability to plan and deliver oral and written communications that make an impact and persuade their intended audiences.
• The ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.