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Information Security Risk Management Lead

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 29 Oct)

Allianz

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: Senior level

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Practical experience and certification (e.g. CISM, ISO27001, CRISC) in implementing Information Security governance and management systems.
Proven track record in working within large and diverse international organizations.
Proven track record in functional steering and monitoring within large multinational environments, with experience leading without authority.
Experience in Information Security Risk Management, Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management and the use of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools
Strong analytical skills complemented by excellent soft skills as well as the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and concisely to key (senior) stakeholder

Nice to have

Fluent in English; proficiency in a second major language (e.g. German, Italian, Spanish) is a plus.
Background in project management, particularly with a focus on Information Security, is a plus.
We highly welcome candidates with a genuine interest and affinity for Information Technology (IT) andGenerative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), as these attributes are considered valuable assets to our team.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.

The role

130 years of trust, time to shape what's next. Allianz Group is one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers - built on over a century of stability, expertise, and financial strength. Allianz Services is where that legacy meets the future. 8,200+ people. Eight countries. Three continents. We deliver specialized services to clients within Allianz Group, powered by AI, advanced analytics, and a mindset that refuses to stand still. From core insurance operations to engineering and consulting services, we reimagine how insurance works. What truly sets us apart are our people and the trusted partnerships we build, anchored in our values of expertise, integrity, and empowerment. We don't support the business. We shape it.

Role overview

Develop an Information Security Risk Management culture within Allianz. This is achieved by maintaining a robust Information Security Risk management framework, providing business visibility into these risks and related threats, and ensuring that comprehensive plans are in place to address them.
Enhance Information Security Capabilities within Allianz and with key external partners and institutions. This includes supporting and development of strong Information Security practices and collaborations.
Support key global Information Security initiatives and solutions. These initiatives aim to strengthen Allianz' cyber resilience, ensure regulatory compliance, and minimize risks of data leakage and cyber attacks.

What you'll do

What you do

Drive the continuous and proactive monitoring and reporting of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and control deficiencies related to Information Security (IS) and Cyber Risk.
Provide global expert support to Operating Entities (OE) in executing various risk management activities, identifying control deficiencies and defining actionable mitigations to improve the control environment.
Collaborate closely with OEs and Group Functions to ensure effective management of Third-Party Cyber Risk and qualitative and quantitative cyber risk assessment activities in alignment with Group Policies.
Facilitate OE user-group discussions, promoting the exchange of best practices, providing updates, and driving the continuous improvement of Information Security Risk Management practices.

Hiring process

1 interview

Recruiters usually contact you within two weeks of applying.
Interviews assess professional skills, potential and soft skills for culture fit.
Recruiter contact within two weeks of applying.

About Allianz

Allianz is a global financial services giant and one of the world's largest insurers, offering a wide range of insurance and asset management products to individuals and businesses. With over 150,000 employees and operations in more than 70 countries, Allianz is a category-defining leader in the insurance industry, known for its strong brand and financial stability.

In Spain, Allianz operates through several entities, including Allianz Seguros, Allianz Direct, and a joint venture with BBVA, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is a major employer in the Spanish insurance market, offering roles in areas such as underwriting, claims, IT, data, AI, and cybersecurity. For international professionals, Allianz Spain provides opportunities to work in a multicultural environment, with many roles requiring English or German, and offers competitive benefits and career development programs.

Industry: Insurance
Founded: 1890
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Munich, Germany
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Allianz Spain has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant IT and digital hub in Barcelona.
Many roles in Spain require German or English, making it accessible for international professionals.
Allianz is known for its strong focus on digital transformation, with many opportunities in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity.
The company offers competitive relocation support and international career mobility within the Allianz group.
Allianz has a joint venture with BBVA in Spain, creating a unique bancassurance environment.

In their own words

About the company & team

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.
We are united by a shared commitment: to put our customers first and at the center of everything we do. Their needs inspire our thinking and guide our actions.
Together, we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and confident to explore, grow and shape a better future - for our customers and for 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. The foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and where integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust are at the heart of our culture.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural Internal background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

Join us. Let's care for tomorrow.

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