Job
- Level
- Experienced
- Job Field
- IT, Security
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent employment
- Location
- Munich
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
Job Summary
In this role, you will develop security strategies and measures to identify and sustainably manage cyber risks. You will collaborate closely with international teams to design secure digital environments from the ground up.
Your role in the team
- The Allianz Group Information Security Function ensures that Information Security and Cyber Risks that may impact the successful delivery of Allianz business objectives are identified and properly addressed.
- It ensures that Allianz information is adequately protected, in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
- The Allianz Group Information Security Function maintains the Allianz Information Security strategy and related central investment program, oversees Global Identity and Access Management Governance, and monitors and steers the Operating Entities globally across Allianz Group.
- Allianz is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Information and Cyber Security Manager for the harmonization and alignment of the cyber security investment budget and portfolio with projects conducted globally across the Allianz Group and locally within Operating Entities.
- This role acts at the intersection of Group, Shared Services (Cyber Defence Center, Operational Information Security) and Operating Entities with understanding of cyber security, technology and financial services processes, it is responsible for ensuring that our digital environment is designed and built with security at their core, by design and by default.
- As a key member of the Group Information Security team, you will drive strategic and tactical initiatives with focus on increasing detection within cyber-attacks, and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders to ensure that security is embedded throughout the entire lifecycle of digital environment.
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Our expectations of you
Education
- Educational Background: Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Business Information Systems, Economics or related field is required. Master degree required.
Qualifications
- Professional certifications in Information Security (e.g., CRISC, CISM, CISA, CISSP), Process and Service Management (e.g., ITIL), as well as Project Management (e.g., PMI, PMP).
- Knowledge of current IT and (related) security technologies and controls (e.g. Cloud, AI, Software Development toolchains).
- Successful track record in working for large and diverse international organizations.
- Communication and Influence: Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex security topics to both technical and non-technical audiences and drive secure-by-design mindset across teams.
- Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with the ability to assess technical risk, evaluate trade-offs, and recommend secure, practical solutions in complex environments.
- Strategic Thinking and Technology Enablement: Proven track record in translating business objectives into secure technical architectures, enabling innovation while maintaining robust cyber resilience.
Experience
- Practical experience in threat and risk-based solution design: Strong ability to apply threat modeling, risk assessments, and secure design principles to ensure that digital environment is resilient, compliant to law and regulation, and aligned with organizational risk appetite.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration experience, working with business stakeholders, operational security, enterprise architecture and development teams to embed security into IT and business projects and solutions.
- Previous experience in insurance or asset management business functions, consulting, digital / tech is a plus.
- Experience applying ChatGPT, Generative AI, and Ethical AI solutions.
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What we offer
- Flexible and hybrid work model.
- Multinational and inclusive community.
- Great career development and learning opportunities.
- Company pension and health insurance.
- Mitarbeiteraktienkaufprogramm mit Rabatt.
- Health and well-being offerings.
- Supportive family care benefits.
- Opportunity to contribute to our sustainability programs.
- Great place to work certified.
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Benefits
Higher Take-Home Pay
Health, Fitness & Fun
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About Your Employer
Allianz SE
Allianz is a great place to work for people who want to take initiative and grow within the company. With a strong global presence, Allianz is always looking for ways to improve and stay ahead of the competition. The company truly cares about its 85 million customers and 142,000 employees. Allianz fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, where employees are encouraged to perform to the best of their abilities and challenge the status quo. If you're looking for an exciting and supportive work environment, Allianz is the place for you.
Description
- Company Size
- 250+ Employees
- Company Type
- Established Company
- Working Model
- Full Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Industry
- Banking, Finance, Insurance
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Information & Cyber Security Manager
- Location
- Munich
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Diversity
- Open for all genders
- English Only
- English only required
