Hybrid Director – Cyber Defence

at THEOS Cyber

• Job title: Director – Cyber Defence
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Tech skills: Cyber Security
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Taguig, Philippines

About the role

• Director of Cyber Defence at Theos, managing Threat Detection & Response services across APAC. Leading high-performing teams and enhancing operational excellence for client security.

Responsibilities

• Own the performance and evolution of Cyber Defence services, ensuring operational excellence and client security outcomes.
• Lead 24/7 detection and response to deliver fast, consistent protection for clients.
• Oversee SOC engineering and onboarding, ensuring scalable and reliable technology operations and processes.
• Continuously improve detection, incident response, and service quality.
• Act as escalation lead and trusted advisor during major incidents and client reviews.
• Enhance and differentiate offerings to strengthen Theos’ position in the APAC TDR/SOC market.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategy, capacity, and P&L performance.
• Support pre-sales and client partnerships, demonstrating technical and commercial credibility.
• Cultivate strong relationships with our technology partners.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team across the region.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration across defence, offence, and response.

Requirements

• Significant experience building and leading SOC operations within an MSSP.
• Technical credibility, grounded in hands-on cybersecurity operations or Engineering.
• Strong grasp of detection, response, and scalable multi-tenant SOC environments.
• Proven success developing teams and improving measurable security outcomes.
• Exposure to OT security and its unique detection challenges.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and executive audiences.
• Business acumen to link operations with commercial and client results.
• Proactive with clients, anticipating needs and maintaining long-term trust.
• Respected leader who motivates teams and drives accountability.
• Growth-driven and resilient, thriving in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Benefits

• International medical insurance, including dependents
• Flexibility in employment/contracting mechanism and location
• Eligibility for a long-term incentive plan for the right candidate
• Regular team events and offsites
• A personal development plan to support continuous growth