Information Security Officer

Information Security Officer
The Information Security Officer (ISO) is assigned to Security Assurance Manager. The ISO has overall responsibility for the effective implementation and maintenance of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) within Allianz Technology. Furthermore, the ISO oversees the fulfilment of Information Security requirements in all services provided by Allianz Technology as shared service provider to its customers. The scope of ISO covers several Business Units (usually the entire or part of Europe, Americas or APAC regions).

Key Responsibilities:

• Each Information Security Function shall be responsible for oversight of the related ISMS activities, risk identification and assessment, prevention and advice with respect to the Information Security Risk areas: of the local Allianz Technology and of the services provided by the local Allianz Technology to its customers.
• The function is responsible for the effective implementation of Allianz Technology’s Information Security principles. This includes to promptly report to the IS Function matters which potentially have impact on the Allianz’s reputation.

Key Compentencies:

• Detailed understanding of information security and risk frameworks/standards (ISO 27001/2, NIST, PCI-DSS, COBIT etc.).
• Comprehensive understanding of Information Security standards and compliance regulations
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills and experience presenting across the various levels within the business up to senior leadership.
• Proven analytical, audit and investigative skills, judgement and reasoning ability.
• Recognized Information Security Certifications e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA or ISO27001 Lead Auditor preferred.
• Previous experience creating and/or performing review and gap analysis of information security policies and standards against cybersecurity frameworks