About us:
The world around us is changing rapidly and so is the insurance industry. Now’s the right time to make a bold move and shape the future of insurance – this is Allianz Direct! As a pan-European online insurer of the Allianz Group, launched in 2019, Allianz Direct is on its mission to become “digitally unbeatable” and the most and efficient insurer on the market. Allianz Direct is truly changing the face of insurance, in customer experience, and in technology, processes, people and culture.
An international team of business experts and engineers who live and breathe an agile way of working, we are seeking to improve and change the way you do insurance. Driven by a customer-oriented approach and love for data, Allianz Direct strives for delivering an exceptional experience with a personal touch. So, what makes Allianz Direct so unique? We believe in the power of simplicity and convenience and by doing so we have managed to set new standards when it comes to online insurance.
Job Purpose:
Allianz Direct continues to grow, and this time we are looking for a talented Information Security GRC Specialist to join our team. We are looking for an Information Security GRC Specialist who is looking to work hands-on to help the security team accelerate and support our business even faster. To thrive in this dynamic role, you'll leverage your exceptional expertise in information security frameworks to drive various GRC initiatives. You would leverage cuttingedge automation tools to streamline and enhance GRC processes,ensuring efficient risk management, regulatory compliance, and governance oversight across the organization. Join usin shaping a secure future while making a meaningful impact in an exciting and rewarding setting.
Responsabilities:
Manage and improve our Governance Framework, in line with regulatory requirements and Allianz group-wide standards. We work with ISO 27001, DORA, GDPR, NIS, etc. Optimize our Information Security Control Framework to ensure efficiency and transparency for our partners, auditors, and other internal or external stakeholders. Support and execute the Information Risk Management process, including risk analytics analysis, mitigation, and preparation of risk reports for Senior Leadership including Board of Management. Conduct regular self-assessments against our Control Framework, supporting stakeholders in their role during these assessments and in evidence collection. Support with other Governance and Compliance related work, such as technical documentation, following up on vulnerability reports, and third risk management.
Requirements:
University degree in relevant disciplines preferred. At least 5 years of experience in Information Security with significant focus on GRC. Experience with Information Security GRC tools. Experience with Governance of cloud-native environments and understanding of the implications of cloud- native technology on GRC. Ability to translate between deep technical experts and business leaders or compliance experts (e.g., Auditors). Ability to communicate security issues and coach technical teams on best compliance practices. Knowledge of compliance with regulations and standards (e.g., DORA, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS). English proficiency required; additional languages are a plus.
Why join us?
You will have the opportunity to tackle some of the most fascinating security challenges in the financial sector, alongside teams that are passionate about safeguarding our systems. With robust board-level backing and a dedicated team of security champions, we are committed to embedding security into the very fabric of our products.
You'll be part of one of the most forward-thinking insurance companies, renowned for its cutting-edge use of cloudnative technology and adoption of DevSecOps/SRE principles. This is your chance to embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in an environment that values innovation and excellence in security. Reporting to Reporting to the Allianz Direct CISO, you'll become part of a diverse and inclusive team that embodies a strong agile
Additional information:
We offer: Career development programs, Workwell@Allianz, Flexible working arrangements Please submit your applications only via our online tool. 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.
We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.