Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Europe Hub

Tasks

• Supporting the Group CISO in designing the global cybersecurity strategy and implementing it at the regional level, taking into account local adaptations and regulatory expectations.
• Leadership and support of security transformation programs and continuous improvement of security capabilities.
• Maintaining and improving the information security governance framework.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, EBA guidelines).
• Monitoring of security policies, standards, and procedures in the region.
• Identification, assessment, and monitoring of cyber risks, as well as ensuring effective mitigation strategies.
• Providing independent challenges and monitoring security controls and risk assessments.
• Reporting on the security situation and risk exposure to senior management and the board of directors.
• Management of regional response measures and crisis management.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on cybersecurity issues.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in information security in the financial sector or a highly regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory requirements, and emerging threats.
• Passion for cyber risks and technology risks, as well as the motivation to build up the newly established function and make it successful.
• A hands-on individual who can work independently to drive initiatives and tasks forward.
• Degree in information security, risk management, or information technology; professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are preferred.
• At least 5-10 years of professional experience in information security and risk management, preferably in the financial industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and landscapes.
• Knowledge of technologies and emerging risks such as cloud, AI, robotics, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and JIRA.
• Experience with analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as persuasiveness to operate at the senior management level.

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