IT & CYBER SECURITY RISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

The Risk Management Department of Allianz S.p.A. is looking for a IT & Cyber Security Risk specialist that will be focusing primarily on Control activities as part of the 2nd Line of Defense function. The ideal candidate will also support and contribute to further strengthening the risk control and governance framework for technology risk management. 

Key activities 

•    Review the first line of defense’s risk-taking behavior and risk assessments as well as ensure that risk assessments are performed consistently and in-line with the Company’s Risk Management Framework
•    Challenge constructively the first line of defense on the design and operational effectiveness of technology related controls
•    Independently execute ad-hoc risk analyses, thematic/deep dive risk reviews
•    Provide review and consultation to risk initiatives, events, incidents, controls and applied risk mitigation strategies
•    Oversee compliance with key regulatory requirements by maintaining a regulatory monitoring radar and ensure appropriate treatment of controls and potential gaps
•    Provide added value though foresight and consulting the first line regarding its risk behavior
•    Prepare periodic reporting to Top Management, Committees, Board of Directors
•    Monitor of IT limits as part of Risk Appetite Framework
•    Monitor of IT and Cyber Security KRIs 
•    Assess of IT risks related to third party and IT projects 

Key Requirements / Skills / Experience 

•    Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent preferably in Information Security, Risk Management, Information Technology, Engineering or an equivalent qualifications 
•    2-5 years professional experience in Information Security and Risk Management
•    Good knowledge of the DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) regulation
•    Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken)
•    Good interpersonal and communication skills
•    Good knowledge of IT and Cyber security governance topics
•    Good knowledge of technologies and emerging risk such as cloud, Generative AI, robotics etc.
•    Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
•    Experience with GRC tools (e.g., IBM Open Pages) is a plus

82914 | Risk Management | Professional | Allianz Italy | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. 
At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.
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Both genders may apply in accordance with the L. 903/77 (s.m.i).