Information Security and Risk Expert

**Information Security and Risk Expert | Allianz Technology | North Sydney | Hybrid**

We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

**What if you could turn your job into a career with purpose?**

The Information Security & Risk Expert supports oversight activities in the context of the related Information Security Management System (ISMS), risk identification and assessment and advice to the various stakeholders in the local branch. This applies to all Information Security Risk areas of the services provided to the Allianz-internal customers, including those provided by 3rd parties and/ or outsourcing providers. The Information Security & Risk Expert actively contributes to and oversees security assurance capabilities in course of an ongoing global IT transformation program. The Information Security & Risk Expert will have a direct reporting line into the local Information Security Team Lead (LISO).

**You'll be responsible for**:

- Support on the promotion of knowledge and awareness of Allianz Technology security requirements and processes
- Provide information security consulting and liaison with all relevant stakeholders
- Ensure the effective implementation of Information Security principles and procedures during the full-service life cycle of services offered by Allianz Technology, including those provided by external parties (e.g. Cloud providers) and outsourcing partners;
- Systematically assess the effectiveness of security controls in all services provided by Allianz Technology, its partners and 3rd party providers
- Execute on the implementation of and compliance with Group-wide standards, regulatory requirements and industry security standards in all Allianz Technology services and projects
- Contribute to defining contractual security provisions in the context of 3rd party management
- Security Risk Management, including supporting the life cycle of security risk assessments, assessing, and addressing deviations from security policies and contractual security provisions, as well as developing effective strategies to mitigate identified information security risks
- Support on the annual compliance reporting process for the local entity as required.

**Important to your success**:

- University degree (primarily in computer science or comparable technical education), or equivalent professional experience
- Track record of experience in IT, 3 years+ experience in Information Security related fields and/ or risk management
- Sound knowledge of IT security technology, architecture and processes and profound knowledge of information security management systems and relevant industry standards (in particular ISO270xx, COBIT5/2019)
- Experience in managing projects in complex enterprise environments (work experience from an IT service provider function), experience in agile management and methodology would be a plus
- Professional experience with supplier management (including Cloud providers), IT outsourcing and relevant control frameworks; track record in defining and monitoring contractual information security provisions
- Ability to cope with high workload, and being able to exercise good levels of independence, judgment and initiative
- Proficient in English, excellent international communication skills, experience from working in international business environments

**Benefits** and**perks**
- Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day
- Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
- Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
- Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program
- own a piece of your employer
- For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

**About our culture**

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

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