Strategy & Transformation Lead

About the Job

We are seeking a high-impact Strategy & Transformation Lead to drive our organizational shift toward a mature DevSecOps culture.  You will act as the bridge between executive leadership and technical engineering teams, ensuring that security and speed are integrated seamlessly into our software delivery lifecycle.The ideal candidate brings a consultative mindset (Big 4 background preferred), possessing the ability to diagnose organizational bottlenecks, design strategic roadmaps, and manage complex stakeholder relationships to drive adoption across the enterprise.

What you do

Strategy & Roadmap Design

• Define and own the DevSecOps Target Operating Model (TOM), aligning technical initiatives with broader business objectives
• Assess the current state ("As-Is") of software delivery and security practices; design the "To-Be" architecture and process flows.
• Develop the transformation roadmap, prioritizing initiatives that deliver immediate value while building long-term resilience.

Transformation & Change Management

• Lead the cultural transformation required to break down silos between Development, Security, and Operations teams.
• Design and implement change management frameworks to ensure high adoption rates of new tools and methodologies.
• Drive the "Shift Left" mentality, ensuring security is embedded at the earliest stages of the development lifecycle.

Governance & Performance Management

• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics (e.g., DORA metrics) to measure the success, velocity, and security posture of the transformation.
• Prepare and present executive-level steering committee updates, highlighting progress, risks, and ROI.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal risk controls throughout the automation process.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and IT Heads, articulating the business value of DevSecOps investments.
• Facilitate workshops and working groups to resolve conflicts and align priorities across cross-functional teams.

AI Integration

• Utilize AI technologies to analyze data and generate insights that support strategic planning and transformation efforts.

What you bring

• Experience: 7–10+ years of professional experience in IT Strategy, Digital Transformation, or Management Consulting
• Consulting Background: Strong preference for candidates with a background in "Big 4" (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG)
• Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, Cloud Architecture and Application Security .
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business; MBA is a plus.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the "big picture" and translate complex technical concepts into executive summaries.
• Frameworks: Proficiency with Agile, Lean, ITIL, and Change Management methodologies (e.g., Prosci).
• Communication: Exceptional English communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams without direct authority (matrix management).
• Extensive Experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the insurance service industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Basic knowledge of AI technologies, principles, 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.
• 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. Access to over 10,000 on-demand learning resources and programs, to support you in taking control of your career development.
• Work from home allowance.
• In recognition of the evolving work landscape, our company is proud to provide a work-from-home allowance to our employees.
• We nurture the well-being of our employees and their cherished families. We extend our care beyond their professional lives by providing comprehensive health insurance that encompasses not only our employees but also their loved ones.
• We take pride in offering our employees a premium gym membership, recognizing the immense value it places on their well-being and commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• At our company, we offer an on-site playroom and a myriad of exciting activities, ensuring that our employees can unwind, recharge, and truly enjoy their time within our vibrant community.

87187 | 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 centres, 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.

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and commits itself to creating an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome all people, regardless of e.g., gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, disability, philosophy of life, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. After all, our greatest strength as a company is rooted in the diversity of skills, experiences, and backgrounds that our employees bring.
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