Lead IT Security Specialist

sennder; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

sennder, a leading digital freight forwarder in Europe, is seeking a Lead IT Security professional to enhance their security framework in Milan. This role involves leading a team, implementing IAM solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Information Security and a passion for cybersecurity, contributing to a culture of security awareness within the company.

Servizi

Learning and development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Team events and company get-togethers

Focus on employee engagement

Competenze

• 3+ years of experience in Information Security.
• Understanding of security principles and access management rules.
• Experience in Agile project environments.

Mansioni

• Lead and mentor a distributed team of IT professionals.
• Implement and manage IAM solutions.
• Develop and enforce corporate security policies.

Conoscenze

Information Security

IAM

Team Management

Communication

Cybersecurity

Formazione

(ISC)2 CC

CISSP

CISM

Strumenti

Okta

Entra

OneLogin

Descrizione del lavoro

sennder is Europe’s leading digital freight forwarder. In a traditional industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We move trucks with courage and the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at exceptional quality. Get to know us better by reviewing our Tech presentation.

We are a growing team looking for a Lead IT Security in the IT department to help us on our journey to revolutionize road freight logistics. The role is located in our Milan office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO …

• Lead and mentor a distributed team of 3 IT professionals (based in Poland and Italy), ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
• Implement and manage IAM solutions to enhance security and protect company assets using the latest phishing-resistant methods.
• Develop and enforce corporate security policies, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on information security and promoting a culture of security awareness.
• Lead and execute IT projects for onboarding/offboarding and other IT/security initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement innovative IT solutions to streamline operations.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to address IT-related needs and support business growth.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT processes, policies, and procedures.
• Share updates and clear communication on security projects and progress with stakeholders.
• Ensure IT practices comply with industry standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF).

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR …

• +3 years of experience in Information Security, ideally with IAM and security policy exposure.
• Understanding security principles (e.g., defense in depth, least privilege), and access management rules (e.g., RBAC).
• Experience working with IAM platforms like Okta, Entra, OneLogin; familiarity with SAML/OIDC protocols.
• Experience in Agile project environments, able to plan and communicate progress clearly to stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills in English and Polish – you’ll work in a local and global setup.
• Understanding of European compliance requirements, especially GDPR, NIS2.
• Optional certifications: (ISC)2 CC, CISSP, CISM.
• Experience in team management or a desire to develop leadership skills.
• Passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to continuous learning.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual potential of all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. We value humility, commitment, team spirit, and respect to build fruitful collaboration across teams. Learn more about who we are on our career site.

• Fast growth scale-up with an international team of 1000+ people, 74+ nationalities across 11 European offices. English is our common language, enabling effective collaboration.
• Learning and development opportunities on the job, supported by bi-annual reviews, learning allowances, high potential programs, onboarding academy, and internal trainings.
• Various opportunities to connect through team events and company get-togethers, including our popular sennder Summer Camp.
• Focus on employee engagement and mental well-being via platforms like Likeminded and regular satisfaction surveys.
• Hybrid work model combining virtual and in-office work.
• Competitive compensation, including objective-based bonuses, referral rewards, and virtual options in some cases.

We value humility and are as interested in your character as your talent. Please apply even if you meet only part of the criteria. Diversity fuels our innovation. We offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international environment. Be yourself—we look forward to meeting you and shaping the future of logistics in Europe together.

If you have questions or need accommodations, contact us at [e-mail]. Your journey with sennder begins as soon as you apply.