Information Security Risk Management Lead (m/f/d)

Allianz Services; Oeiras; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus scheme

Pension

Employee shares program

Job summary

Allianz Services is seeking an experienced Information Security Risk Management professional to develop and enhance governance across a large multinational group. You will monitor KRIs, support entities globally, and drive improvements in cyber risk practices, collaborating with Group Functions and external partners.

Fluency in English is essential, with a second language a plus. The role emphasizes governance, regulatory compliance, and strengthening cyber resilience, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Practical experience and certification in implementing Information Security governance and management systems.
• Proven track record in working within large and diverse international organizations.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in a second major language (e.g. German, Italian, Spanish) is a plus.
• 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.
• Background in project management, particularly with a focus on Information Security.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex topics to senior stakeholders.
• Interest and affinity for IT and GenAI as assets to the team.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous and proactive monitoring and reporting of KRIs and control deficiencies related to Information Security and Cyber Risk.
• Provide global expert support to Operating Entities in risk management activities and defining mitigations.
• Collaborate with OEs and Group Functions to manage Third-Party Cyber Risk and risk assessments.
• Facilitate OE user-group discussions and drive continuous improvement of Information Security Risk Management practices.

Skills

Information Security governance

English fluency

Second language (German/Italian/SPANIS

GRC tools experience

InfoSec project management

Analytical skills

Clear communication with senior Stakeh

GenAI interest

Education

Information Security certifications (CISM, ISO27001, CRISC)

Tools

GRC tools

Job description

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

Developan 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. EnhanceInformation Security Capabilities within Allianz and with key external partners and institutions. This includes supporting and development of strong Information Security practices and collaborations. Supportkey 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 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.

What You Bring

• 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.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in a second major language (e.g. German, Italian, Spanish) is a plus.
• 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
• Background in project management, particularly with a focus on Information Security, is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills complemented by excellent soft skills as well as the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and concisely to key (senior) stakeholder
• 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

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.

Let's care for tomorrow.