Regional Information Security Officer

About the job

The Regional Information Security Officer (RISO) for Central Europe is a key role within the Allianz Technology’s global IS organization. The RISO shall be responsible for oversight of the related ISMS activities, risk identification and assessment, prevention and advice to regional management as well as to the Local IS Functions with respect to the Information Security risk areas of the region, such as services provided to the Allianz-internal customers including those provided by 3rd parties. In his/her function, the RISO will be instrumental in building up and integrating IS assurance capabilities and have a direct functional reporting line to the Allianz Technology SE Head of Information Security Governance.

What you do

• Oversee the regional Information Security function’s activities in close alignment with the central Corporate Information Security function, including all aspects of people management such as target setting and tracking for Local Information Security functions
• Exchange information within the relevant CTO area and support regional and local executive body in their regulatory Information Security-related governance requirements and their responsibility to set up sound organizational and operational structures and frameworks;
• Serve as central contact person for information security-related matters in the region, including interfaces to business, partners, customers and other safeguarding functions;
• Provide information security consulting and liaison with all relevant stakeholders and regional management;
• Oversee and account for the implementation of Information Security principles and procedures during the full service life cycle; systematically assess the effectiveness of security controls in all services provided by Allianz Technology, its partners and third-party providers;
• Oversee the implementation of and compliance with Group-wide IS framework, regulatory requirements and industry security standards in all Allianz Technology services and in projects; oversee the annual compliance reporting process for local entities; assess and address deviations from security policies and contractual security provisions, as well as developing effective strategies to mitigate identified information security risks;
• Regularly align with and contribute to the global Allianz Technology ISO community;

What you bring

• University degree in computer science, IT auditing, cybersecurity or equivalent professional experience & long track record of experience in IT, 5 years+ experience in Information Security related fields and/or risk management or IT audit
• Sound hands-on knowledge of IT security technology, architecture and processes and profound knowledge of information security management systems and relevant industry standards and control frameworks (in particular ISO270xx, COBIT2019); local regulatory standards
• Professional experience with supplier management (including Cloud providers), IT outsourcing and relevant control frameworks; track record in defining and monitoring contractual information security provisions
• Proven track record in people management and/or project management in complex enterprise environments
• Ability to cope with high workload, and being able to exercise good levels of independence, judgment and initiative
• Desirable certifications: CISM/CISSP/CRISC; ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor
• Basic knowledge of AI technologies and their practical use.

What we offer

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad.
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location).
• From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach

92544 | IT & Tech Engineering | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Technology | Full-Time | Permanent

About Allianz Technology

With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Allianz Technology is Allianz's global IT service provider and delivers IT solutions that drive the group's digitalization. With more than 11,000 employees in over 20 countries around the world, Allianz Technology is tasked to run, optimize, transform, and innovate the infrastructure, applications, and services together with Allianz companies to co-create the best customer experience.

We service the entire spectrum of digitalization – from one of the industry's largest IT infrastructure projects that spans data centers, networks, and security, to application platforms ranging from workplace services to digital interaction.

In short: We deliver comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. We are the backbone of Allianz.

Find us at: www.linkedin.com/company/allianz-technology.

Commitment to Integrity, Fairness & Inclusion

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment for everyone. We embrace individuals of all gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages, nationalities, religions, disabilities, and philosophies of life. Ultimately, our greatest strength as a company lies in the unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds our employees contribute.

To Recruitment Agencies:

Allianz Technology has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firm recruiters.

When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz.