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About AXAAs a world‐leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working for 105 million customers, we've created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we're nurturing a culture of respect for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you'll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You'll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.
About The EntityAXA is becoming a sustainable tech‐led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation. We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.
We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.
At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:
State‐of‐the‐art Data Technology to drive customer experience
State‐of‐the‐art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
High‐Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities
Job position pitchThe Information Security Lead Expert leads the development and implementation of the end‐to‐end strategic approach to Information Security.
Where will you be in the organization?The divisionYou will join the Group Security division, defining the security standards to be applied by AXA entities, overseeing the overall security posture across the Group and providing centralized services to support entities (Crisis Management, Security Operations Centre, etc.).
Throughout AXA Group, the security community represents composed of 1,000 security professionals, working daily to protect our customers, operations, brand and people. To achieve this, we have gathered our three security disciplines: Information Security, Physical Security and Operational Resilience.
Our Main Missions
Monitor the Security Threat Landscape
Define and oversee Security Standards and Strategy implementation across the Group
Drive local security objectives with C‐Level executive (COO, CIO, CTO, CFO...) of AXA entities
Ensure the security of Group Operations as an entity
Provide centralized security services and products to AXA entities
AXA Group Security is divided in 4 main blocks :
Corporate functions (Group Mandate) : Security Advisory and Standards, Security Governance, Security Risk & Assurance, Security Strategy and Awareness
CyberDefense (Group security services and products provider)
Group Operations Security (Security of the hosting entity)
Corporate Chief Security Officers (Oversight of entities' security) : Corporate Centre, European Markets, International Markets
About The JobJob purposeReporting to the Information Security Executive Manager, this role is accountable for helping build and embed the end‐to‐end strategic approach to AXA Information Security throughout the Group, including governance and oversight of Information Security activity and the provision of security advisory. The role is a key member of the Group Information Security Function and may be required to act as deputy to the Executive Manager including some responsibility for budgetary and people management.
The Scope Of Work Includes
Overseeing day to day activities of the Group Information Security team
Ensuring that Group Information Security goals, targets and deadlines are met
Providing expertise, advice and guidance to business leadership and colleagues on matters relating to Information Security to support strategic intent
Defining and maintaining management systems, policies, instructions and detailed guidance for AXA Information Security
Influencing the business agenda
Embedding Information Security requirements throughout the AXA Group
Embedding a security culture and ensuring security "by design"
Supporting the management of group level Information Security threats, incidents and crises
Upskilling of security practitioners
Driving simplification, innovation, and convergence of security
Contributing to information security good practice and supporting its adoption across the group
Delivery is through direct engagement with geographical and functional leadership (CEOs, CIOs, Heads of Professional families, IT functions, Program Management) and the wider Security community.
Main missions
Be a primary Subject Matter Expert with key technical skills and high‐level exposure within GO or AXA or key external parts, serving as a global point of contact for Information Security; bring a comprehensive expertise in leading‐edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own function or discipline.
Engage with relevant risk management disciplines plus geographic and other functional leadership (e.g. CEOs and Heads of Professional Families plus strategic supply partners) to align information Security to the requirements of the group.
Help to design the governance requirements for Information Security throughout the Group.
Act as subject matter expert / key point of contact during incidents and crises providing leadership and professional support to the Group Crisis Management Teams and helping to coordinate the Information Security response to multi‐entity crises as required.
Analyze emerging technology trends. Assess the impact on the business environment and drive the evolution of the framework.
Expected Skills & ExperienceWe are looking for someone with the following experience and skills:
Required Technical Competencies
Information Security & Cyber Resilience
Program Management
Stakeholder management
Customer needs analysis
Third party management
Quality management
Required Soft Skills & Behavioral Competencies
Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Problem solving
Planning
Decision making
Coaching and Mentoring
Interpersonal skills
Education
Appropriate education, leadership & technical training and professional membership for role and seniority.
Certification
Current Information Security Certifications
Overall Work Experience In The Field
At least 4 years' experience working in Information Security
Experience working within a global environment
Consulting and advisory experience preferred
Experience managing a team of consultant including budget, people leadership and program execution.
Skills / Abilities
Facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Possess strong relationship building, communication and presentation skills (written and verbal - English)
Be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high‐pressure environment
Strong networking skills
Team player, but self‐motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive
Professional and positive approach, diligent with attention to detail
People leadership in a multi‐cultural environment
Customer centricity
Result‐oriented mindset
Fluent in English
What We OfferWe bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we're committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.
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