Senior Consultant - Information Security, Identity Access Management

About the Job 

Allianz Consulting is the internal consulting division of Allianz Group founded in 2004 with locations around the globe. Our experienced teams support Allianz operating entities in key strategic projects. Joining Allianz Consulting means working in an international environment alongside talented colleagues, excited to shape the future of Allianz with business impact for technology and innovation.  

We are seeking a Senior Consultant in Information Security and Identity & Access Management (IAM) to join our growing and diverse consulting team. In this senior role, you will advise Allianz organizations globally on strengthening their cybersecurity posture, driving IAM maturity, and supporting digital resilience initiatives across complex environments. 

Our team focuses on: 

• Designing and implementing modern information security frameworks aligned to global standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, DORA, EIOPA guidelines, etc.) 

• Building and enhancing Identity & Access Management capabilities, including governance, lifecycle processes, privileged access, and Zero Trust strategies 

• Supporting entities in risk reduction, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across the Allianz Group 

What you do 

• Deliver professional consulting services for our clients within Allianz OEs, ensuring strategic impact and measurable outcomes.  

• Act as a trusted advisor to Allianz entities on information security and IAM strategy, architecture, and operating models. 

• Strengthen clients’ cybersecurity posture by identifying risks, designing mitigation plans, and guiding entities toward digital resilience and regulatory compliance. 

• Drive the development and implementation of IAM governance, processes, and controls, including identity lifecycle management, authentication models, authorization concepts, and privileged access management. 

• Assess and enhance IS and IAM control frameworks, identify gaps, and support stakeholders in implementing effective remediation plans. 

• Interpret emerging security regulations, group policies, and industry requirements, translating them into actionable procedures and operational guidance. 

• Lead or co-lead consulting engagements, manage multi-stakeholder environments, and ensure high‑quality delivery of recommendations and implementation support. 

• Mentor junior consultants, contribute to building internal expertise, and contribute to service offering in IS and IAM. 

• Collaborate closely with Allianz Consulting experts to deliver impactful solutions within global, cross-functional programs. 

• Contribute to business development, including sales pitches and internal consulting service enhancement. 

• Get involved in various Allianz Consulting initiatives, such as social projects, processes improvement, research, trainings, among others. 

What you bring 

Key requirements: 

• University degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related technical field. Business backgrounds with strong security experience are also welcome. 

• 5 years of hands-on experience in Information Security and/or IAM, ideally in consulting or large-scale enterprise environments. 

• Strong understanding of: 

• IAM governance, identity lifecycle, role & access models 

• Authentication & authorization mechanisms (SSO, MFA, PAM, RBAC, ABAC, Zero Trust) 

• Security controls, risk frameworks, and regulatory environments (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, DORA) 

• Solid experience with IT/IS audit, cyber risk management, access control assessments, or security architecture reviews. 

• Excellent communication skills in Spanish and English, both written and spoken. German would be a plus. 

• Strong stakeholder‑management capabilities and the ability to influence at different organizational levels. 

• Excellence in presentation and communication, with strength in facilitation, sales, and conflict management  

• High degree of proactivity, ownership, and solution-oriented thinking. 

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with proven experience turning complex issues into actionable outcomes. 

• Ability to lead workstreams and deliver under pressure in a fast‑changing environment. 

• Strong team player with assertiveness and professional maturity. 

Desired requirements: 

• Experience in insurance or financial services regulation (e.g., DORA, EIOPA, BaFin, ECB). 

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, or IAM‑related certifications. 

• International work experience. 

We highly welcome candidates with a genuine interest and affinity for Information Technology (IT) and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), as these attributes are considered valuable assets to our team. 

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.