Security Governance specialist

Generali; Trieste/Trst; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Smart working

Flexible hours

Corporate welfare system

Supplementary health insurance

Discounted insurance policies

Training and development

Structured learning paths

Internal mobility (including国际)

Descripción de la vacante

Generali is seeking a Security Governance Specialist with AI exposure to strengthen governance, risk management, and security posture. You will oversee KPI reporting, risk assessments, audits, and third-party security management, aligning with ISO, DORA, and NIS2 while advancing AI-enabled governance across the organization.

The role requires 2–5 years in security governance fields, knowledge of ISO standards, and strong stakeholder management, with smart working and international collaboration

Formación

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of proven experience in Security Governance, IT Risk Management or Cybersecurity.
• Experience or interest in AI applied to security, risk or governance.
• Knowledge of ISO27001, ISO27035, ISAE3402, DORA, NIS2.

Responsabilidades

• Manage security governance activities including KPI reporting and risk assessments.
• Oversee third-party security management end-to-end.
• Define and support evolution of security standards, policies and control frameworks.
• Monitor certifications (ISO27001, ISO27035, ISAE3402) and ensure compliance.
• Support budgeting, financial tracking, and governance of the Security program portfolio.
• Leverage AI to enhance governance processes including reporting and risk analysis.
• Assess AI-related risks and governance practices.
• Track emerging technologies and integrate AI into security workflows.
• Support alignment with cybersecurity operations and threat tracking.
• Promote security awareness and continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Security governance

IT risk management

Cybersecurity

AI in security

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Cybersecurity/Management Engineering

Herramientas

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Within our Security structure, we are looking for a motivated and skilled Security Governance specialist with exposure to Artificial Intelligence to strengthen our security posture, enhance governance capabilities, and evolve risk management practices in alignment with strategic objectives, technological innovation, and external benchmarks.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Manage security governance activities, including KPI reporting, risk assessments (IT and Cyber), and support to internal and external audits (NIS2, DORA, ISO frameworks)
• Oversee third-party security management end-to-end, ensuring alignment with contractual, regulatory, and internal policy requirements
• Define and support the evolution of security standards, policies, and control frameworks in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Monitor and maintain key certifications (ISO27001, ISO27035, ISAE3402) and ensure continuous compliance and control effectiveness
• Support budgeting, financial tracking, and governance of the Security program portfolio, including coordination with Procurement, Legal, and Finance
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence to enhance security governance processes, including reporting, risk analysis, and control monitoring
• Assess AI-related risks and contribute to the definition of governance practices, ensuring alignment with regulatory and internal requirements
• Track emerging technologies and integrate AI capabilities into security workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making
• Support alignment with cybersecurity operations by contributing to threat and vulnerability tracking, control effectiveness validation, and remediation monitoring
• Promote security awareness initiatives and continuous improvement of the overall security posture

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Engineering, or equivalent
• 2–5 years of proven experience in Security Governance, IT Risk Management, Cybersecurity, or related fields
• Experience or strong interest in Artificial Intelligence applied to security, risk, or governance contexts
• Good understanding of AI tools and associated risks (e.g., data governance, model risk, security implications)
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles (e.g., threat management, vulnerability management, security controls)
• In-depth knowledge of standards and regulations: ISO27001, ISO27035, ISAE3402, DORA, NIS2
• At least one of the following certifications (CRISC, CISM, ISO 27001, CISA) is considered a plus
• Proficiency in financial and reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Fluent in English; German and French is a plus

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to work in complex and international environments

What we offer

We offer employment at the VI level with the relevant salary, in accordance with the CCNL ANIA for non-executive employees and the Generali Group Company Agreement.

Gross annual salary ranging between 45K€ and 55K€. The final offer will be aligned with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills relevant to the role, and may include an individual variable component.

We also offer

• Smart working and flexible hours
• Corporate welfare system
• Supplementary health insurance and discounted insurance policies
• Training and development
• Structured continuous learning paths (technical and managerial)
• Career development programs within the Group
• Access to learning platforms and internal mobility opportunities, including international

Why Join Generali

Joining Generali means becoming part of an international Group with a strong heritage and a forward-looking vision, where people are at the center of our sustainable growth strategy.

We foster a responsible, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment, where everyone can contribute to creating value for customers, society, and the communities in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to building a stronger culture and driving sustainable growth.

At Generali, you will find opportunities to grow through continuous learning, career development paths, and internal mobility across the Group. We recognize talent and merit, and support flexibility as a key enabler of well-being and a sustainable work-life balance.

Working with us means sharing strong values and taking on meaningful challenges together to build a safer and more sustainable future every day.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Generali evaluates all applications based exclusively on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience and potential, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the selection process.

Company Profile

GOSP - Generali Operations Service Platform is a joint-venture between Generali and Accenture and provides IT and Procurement services to Generali Group companies. Our purpose is to accelerate the Group's innovation and digitization strategy through the Cloud and shared platforms. Based in Italy it has 6 branches across Europe and employs about 1.200 people.