IT Risk & Compliance Lead - PCI DSS & SOX, Travel Perks

Ryanair Ltd.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted travel benefits

Pension scheme

Death in service

Annual leave 20–25 days

Unpaid leave options

Job summary

Ryanair Labs, the technology hub of Ryanair, is seeking an IT Risk and Compliance Consultant to strengthen PCI DSS and SOX compliance across a fast‑moving technology environment. You will lead PCI DSS compliance efforts, coordinate with QSAs and audit teams, and drive effective control design and risk mitigation across IT systems.

The role requires hands‑on experience with PCI DSS, ISO27001 or NIST frameworks, strong communication with technical and business stakeholders, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 4+ years in IT risk, compliance or security with hands‑on PCI DSS / ISO27001 / NIST, and at least 3 years supporting SOX IT control activities.
• Strong understanding of IT general controls, cloud technologies, IAM, and change/release processes.
• Experience working with internal and external auditors; strong communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain our PCI DSS compliance programme, including control operations, evidence management, audit coordination and remediation support.
• Work closely with internal teams and QSAs to ensure PCI DSS requirements are embedded into systems, processes and technical designs.
• Support SOX IT control activities and lead the implementation of new controls where required.
• Provide practical advice to IT and engineering teams on control design, risk mitigation and compliance best practices.
• Perform continuous monitoring and ongoing risk assessments to ensure controls remain effective.
• Maintain clear, concise compliance documentation, policies and procedures.

Skills

PCI DSS

ISO 27001 / NIST

SOX IT controls

IT risk & compliance

Cloud technologies & IAM

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Job description

Ryanair Labs, the technology hub of Ryanair, is seeking an IT Risk and Compliance Consultant to strengthen PCI DSS and SOX compliance across a fast‑moving technology environment. You will lead PCI DSS compliance efforts, coordinate with QSAs and audit teams, and drive effective control design and risk mitigation across IT systems.

The role requires hands‑on experience with PCI DSS, ISO27001 or NIST frameworks, strong communication with technical and business stakeholders, and a track record of