SIEM Security Engineer (Microsoft Sentinel & Defender)

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

Overview

The role’s primary focus is protecting the Firm’s information security interests, leveraging advanced security tools and applications. As part of the Information Security Office (ISO), this role will work closely with technology functions to identify areas of improvement and supporting initiatives to promote information security within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization’s data, systems, and networks.

• Troubleshooting Security and network related problems.

• Responding to all system and/or network security issues.

• Ensuring the organization’s data and infrastructure are protected by enabling the appropriate security controls.

• Participating in the change management process.

• Testing and identifying network and/or system security vulnerabilities.

• Evaluating the organization’s security requirements and establishing best practices and standard accordingly.

• Daily administrative tasks, reporting, and communication with the relevant stakeholders in the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related IT course.

• Must have at least 5–10 years of experience in Security Engineering, including hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring information security controls.

• Strong hands-on security engineering experience is required.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience with at least 2 or more of the following security tools and technologies (or equivalent SIEM/security platforms):

  • Microsoft Sentinel

  • Microsoft Defender Suites (Identity, Endpoint, Security, Cloud, etc.)

  • CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM)

  • Zscaler Cloud Security

  • Tenable Vulnerability Management

  • Sumo Logic

  • Exabeam

  • ArcSight

  • CrowdStrike (SIEM capabilities)

  • Google SecOps

Candidates with experience in other SIEM or security platforms are also encouraged to apply, provided they demonstrate strong hands-on security engineering experience in implementation, configuration, integration, and monitoring of security controls.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with vendors and global teams. Proven and strong technical writing capability – candidates should be prepared to provide and/or discuss writing samples.

• Strong administrative capabilities in task development, time management, and resource allocation to meet target deadlines.

• Demonstrated troubleshooting, follow-through, and critical-thinking skills.

• High level of risk intelligence and security awareness.

• Relevant vendor and/or vendor-neutral certification(s) such as Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200), Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100), CyberArk Trustee / CyberArk Defender / CyberArk Sentry / CyberArk Guardian, Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator (ZDTA) / Zscaler Digital Transformation Engineer (ZDTE), CASP+, ISC2 SSCP.

Work Shift and Arrangement

• Embrace a dynamic work environment to work on a shifting schedule to support global InfoSec Operations.

• On-call rotation participation.

• Amenable to go on a hybrid working arrangement (at least 3 days work onsite per week) and work in Makati City.

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. 

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