People’s Bank hiring Manager – Information Security Operations – Apply Now

People’s Bank, a leading bank in Sri Lanka with a strong legacy of over six decades, is looking for a skilled and dynamic Manager – Information Security Operations to join their team. The role focuses on enhancing the bank’s information security measures and managing critical security operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CISO and key stakeholders to improve the information security program and lead security projects to completion within scope, time, and budget.
• Support security operations including SIEM, DLP, PAM implementations and administration.
• Independently review, analyze, and investigate security alerts/events using advanced cybersecurity and event management tools to identify improvements and support incident response and recovery.
• Oversee internal SOC operations by monitoring security incidents, ensuring timely analysis and resolution, and leading the incident response team.
• Develop strategies to anticipate emerging threats, detect potential attacks, and strengthen defenses while reporting new threats regularly to top management.
• Evaluate security risks and vulnerabilities associated with system changes and new technologies/products, providing appropriate recommendations.
• Create meaningful security metrics and reports reflecting the organization’s security posture for informed risk-based decision-making.
• Continuously research emerging threats and recommend/implement suitable security controls.
• Oversee critical technical functions such as digitalization initiatives, customer data protection, and overall information security.

Expected Qualifications

• Sri Lankan citizenship is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security or Information Technology specialized in information security, recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
• Alternatively, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT recognized by the UGC with at least one of the following certifications:
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in information/system security engineering, Security Assessments, SOC Operations, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Experience with SIEM technologies is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of information security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Knowledge of E-Commerce, M-Commerce, Payment Card Security, compliance standards such as PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and CBSL directions.
• Sound knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, threats, and cyber threats targeting financial institutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

• Preferred age: below 45 years as of the application closing date.
• Selection based on qualifications and experience through interviews.
• Appointment on a fixed-term contract.
• An attractive and negotiable remuneration package will be offered.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete the application form available on the Career page of People’s Bank website and send it along with a curriculum vitae and supporting documents. Please state the post applied for clearly in the subject line and email all documents to [email protected] on or before 07.10.2025.

An email confirmation will be sent upon receipt of the CV. For inquiries, call 0112481542 or 0112481416.

All applications will be treated confidentially. Canvassing is a disqualification, and incomplete or non-complying applications will be rejected.

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