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Hire a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the Philippines
Build stronger leadership with permanent Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) talent recruited from the Philippines.
Owns enterprise security strategy, cyber risk, governance, resilience, regulatory alignment, and executive communication about security exposure. Permhunt runs a focused permanent search, screens for scope and leadership fit, and introduces candidates matched to your mandate—not a generic volume shortlist.
- Permanent placements only
- 90-day replacement guarantee
- 500+ vetted candidates placed
90-day guarantee
Free replacement cover.
500+ placements
Permanent hires across the Philippines.
- First CVs for most roles
- 2 days
- Candidates in our database
- 50,000+
- Candidates successfully placed
- 500+
- Retention after 12 months
- 95%+
First CVs for most roles
Candidates in our database
Candidates successfully placed
Retention after 12 months
Trusted by 250+ startups, agencies and enterprises
The Role
What a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Does
Owns enterprise security strategy, cyber risk, governance, resilience, regulatory alignment, and executive communication about security exposure.
Core Responsibilities
Set security strategy, advise executives and boards, govern cyber risk, oversee incident readiness, build security leadership, manage assurance and compliance, and align investment to business risk.
Tools and Technologies
Security governance frameworks, GRC platforms, SIEM and security operations, identity, vulnerability management, risk quantification, incident response, and board reporting.
Why the Philippines
Why Hire a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) From the Philippines?
The Philippine market includes chief information security officers with experience in multinational companies, technology businesses, shared-service environments, and distributed teams. The strongest candidates combine functional depth with practical people leadership and clear stakeholder communication.
A Strong Technical Talent Pool
The Philippines has a well-developed technology sector across Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao. Universities including the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila, De La Salle University, and Mapúa University produce engineering graduates trained to international standards.
English and Communication
English is used throughout higher education and business in the Philippines. Senior Filipino leaders are accustomed to writing strategy, presenting decisions, managing distributed stakeholders, and working directly with international executives and teams.
Time Zone Alignment
The Philippines operates on GMT+8. Leaders commonly build overlap into their schedules for Australia, Asia, Europe, or North America, while using clear operating rhythms and asynchronous communication to keep decisions moving.
The Permhunt Advantage
The Case for Permanent Placement
A permanent Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) can build organisational context, develop successors, and remain accountable for outcomes beyond a single project. That continuity matters when the role owns strategy, people, risk, and operating change.
Built for the Long Term
Contractors build your infrastructure and then move on, taking their knowledge of your systems with them. Permhunt only facilitates permanent roles — the candidates we work with are looking for long-term positions, not short engagements.
Cost and Quality
Hiring in the Philippines can make an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) accessible to a growing business without treating leadership quality as a commodity. The right comparison includes mandate, team size, industry, complexity, and track record—not location alone.
Compliance and Employment Structure
Global employers can hire Philippine-based permanent staff through an established local entity or an employer-of-record arrangement. Permhunt can help you assess the practical recruitment implications while your legal and employment advisers confirm the right structure.
Ready to hire?
Get a vetted shortlist of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)s tailored to your role.
Why companies choose us
Direct recruitment of Chief Information Security Officers for your business
First CV submissions within 2 business days.
One time recruitment fee.
1 hire per 4 introductions on average
Reference + Criminal Checks
95%+ Candidate Retention after 12 months.
In-house Lead Engineer
90 day guarantee.
Compliance, contracts and payroll facilitation
What we cover
Role types
We specialise in recruiting for all types of technology roles, from software development to cloud, cybersecurity, and more.
Software & Web Development Roles
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity Roles
Network and Infrastructure
Testing and Quality Assurance
Business and Data Analysis
Machine Learning & AI
Automation Engineering
Market overview
An overview of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) market in the Philippines
- Demand for experienced chief information security officers is growing as Philippine and international employers build more sophisticated teams in the country.
- Owns enterprise security strategy, cyber risk, governance, resilience, regulatory alignment, and executive communication about security exposure.
- Candidates with international exposure, strong communication, and evidence of measurable outcomes are the most competitive.
- Compensation varies with company scale, mandate, industry, team size, and the complexity of the operating environment.
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Vetted Chief Information Security Officers ready to lead
Our recruitment team helps you find a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) whose experience, leadership style, and operating context match your business.
Gabriella Paolo
Senior Web Developer
5+ years
React
Node.js
MongoDB
Harvey Tuazon
Lead UI/UX Designer
3+ years
Figma
Adobe XD
Sketch
Bernila Reyes
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
5+ years
Pen Testing
SIEM
Incident Response
Lucio Sanchez
Principal Software Engineer
7+ years
Python
Django
Flask
How Permhunt recruits Chief Information Security Officers
The end-to-end recruitment process
We align on the mandate and scorecard, map the Philippine market, approach relevant leaders, and keep your shortlist focused on evidence of fit.
Job Preparation and Initial Screening
We'll start by posting a detailed job description. Applications will be thoroughly reviewed to create a list of suitable candidates.
Preliminary Assessment
Candidates will go through initial interviews conducted by our Philippines recruitment team to gauge a skillet match, communication aptitude and cultural fit.
Final Evaluation
A shortlist of highly qualified candidates will be presented via email (CV + notes from our interview) for your review. We will then schedule 1 on 1 interviews between yourself and the candidate directly for your final evaluation. Technical testing can be incorporated into the process.
Offer and Onboarding
After satisfactory reference checks, we will extend a formal job offer. The selected candidate(s) will go through an onboarding process.
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What sets us apart?
See how Permhunt compares to other tech recruitment agencies in the table below.
| How does Permhunt stack up? |  | Other Headhunting Agencies |
|---|---|---|
| 3 calibrated profiles in 7 days (cherry picked) | ||
| 95%+ Candidate Retention after 12 months. | ||
| Employer Reference Checks | ||
| Candidate Criminal Checks | ||
| In House Engineering Lead | ||
| Regular Candidate check-ins post-hire |
Client stories
100's of Happy Clients
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Patryk GajewskiCEO - Evolabs Digital
Software engineering & systems-integration consultancy
"We have been extremely impressed with Permhunt. It has made the process of growing our team with high quality talent a breeze."
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Enterprise software-defined storage (SDS)
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Development Team
Headhunted for Evolabs DigitalEvolabs Digital, a leading tech consulting agency headquartered in Australia, specializes in delivering comprehensive technology solutions to a diverse clientele – web & software development specifically. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a drive for innovation, Evolabs Digital consistently endeavours to elevate its service offerings and expand its workforce with top-tier talent.
Recognizing the need to accelerate their development output, Evolabs Digital sought to recruit 4 Full Stack Developers capable of proficiently managing crucial web and software development projects. In particular, the agency required expertise in various web development frameworks and technologies, with a focus on python development.
Understanding the significance of securing adept professionals tailored to Evolabs Digital's specific demands, we initiated a targeted recruitment campaign utilizing our vast network and proficiency in remote talent acquisition in the Philippines. Through a rigorous selection process, we identified highly skilled individuals based in the Philippines who showcased exceptional proficiency and experience in full stack development, including hands-on involvement in international projects.
By successfully onboarding a team of senior full stack developers from the Philippines, Evolabs Digital effectively delegated critical web & software development projects to their team in the Philippines. Through our extensive network and specialized expertise, Evolabs Digital was able to achieve its objectives with efficiency and efficacy, positioning the agency for sustained success in the ever-evolving tech arena.
Senior Web Developer
Headhunted for L4 GroupL4 Group, a leading marketing agency headquartered in the USA, specializes in delivering comprehensive digital marketing solutions to a diverse clientele. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a drive for innovation, L4 Group consistently endeavours to elevate its service offerings and expand its workforce with top-tier talent.
Recognizing the need to fortify its team, L4 Group sought to recruit a remote senior web developer capable of proficiently managing crucial web development tasks. In particular, the agency required expertise in various web development frameworks and technologies, with a focus on Wordpress development.
Understanding the significance of securing adept professionals tailored to L4 Group's specific demands, we initiated a targeted recruitment campaign utilizing our vast network and proficiency in remote talent acquisition in the Philippines. Through a rigorous selection process, we identified highly skilled individuals based in the Philippines who showcased exceptional proficiency and experience in web development, including hands-on involvement in international projects.
By successfully onboarding a senior full-time Web Developer from the Philippines, L4 Group effectively delegated critical web development tasks to an individual capable of enhancing their online presence and functionality. Through our extensive network and specialized expertise, L4 Group was able to achieve its objectives with efficiency and efficacy, positioning the agency for sustained success in the ever-evolving digital marketing arena.
Senior QA Tester
Headhunted for HivelightHivelight, an innovative legal technology company, specializes in streamlining law firm operations through cutting-edge solutions such as workflow automation, real-time insights, collaborative tools, and reporting and analytics. Their mission is to empower legal teams to focus on high-value activities by automating routine tasks and providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
To support their growing development team in New Zealand, Hivelight identified the need to recruit a Senior QA Tester with advanced expertise in software testing, ensuring their platforms meet the highest standards of functionality, performance, and reliability.
Understanding the critical role this position played in Hivelight's technology development, we initiated a comprehensive recruitment process. Leveraging our deep network and proven track record in sourcing specialized talent, we conducted a targeted search to identify a candidate who possessed not only the technical acumen but also the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic development team.
Through our rigorous selection process, we successfully placed a Senior QA Tester with the requisite skills and experience to contribute to Hivelight's development initiatives. This addition enabled Hivelight to enhance its software quality assurance processes, ensuring their workflow automation and collaboration tools delivered seamless performance to their clients.
By partnering with us, Hivelight was able to secure top-tier talent tailored to their specific needs, solidifying their commitment to innovation and operational excellence in the legal technology space.
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Cybersecurity Manager
Manages cybersecurity people and operations, ensuring controls, monitoring, response, remediation, and stakeholder support work consistently.
Security Engineering Manager
Leads security engineers who design, automate, integrate, and operate technical controls across applications, cloud, identity, and infrastructure.
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