Information Security Officer

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Hannover Re - with around 4,000 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power:
We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This requires customised, innovative solutions. Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow. We challenge ourselves and continuously optimise our services, advice and products. All this makes us one of the leading and most profitable reinsurance groups in the world and a reliable employer.

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If you want to experience how things are done in the GIT-CS Information Security team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Information Security Officer.

• You will support the CISO and the Information Security Officers of the team in their daily work, in initiatives and projects related to IT and cybersecurity; in particular in the operation and further development of our global ISMS and the management of information security risks.
• As a global contact person, you will take responsibility for selected IT security topics in the Group-wide information security management system (ISMS), including maintaining and further developing the framework, conducting risk analyses and risk assessments of identified non-conformities.
• You agree binding measures and maintain monitoring and reporting, including measurement.
• You provide smart and efficient guidance on how to achieve information security goals and advise on the conceptual creation and implementation of security solutions. You support those responsible in prioritizing activities in triage situations and explain complex issues to decision-makers briefly, precisely and objectively. You also enjoy discussing technical solutions with IT specialists.
• To further develop an open risk/opportunity culture, you support various target groups with a wide range of communication measures (e.g. awareness training, presentations at internal and external events).

• Relevant professional experience within a control function (information risk or information security management); ideally with a global company and/or within IT
• Knowledge of relevant frameworks (e.g. ISO
  27001, NIST, ITIL), preferably in connection with regulatory requirements (VAIT/BAIT) and/or practical experience in IT security, IT operations or software development
• Experience in at least two of the following areas: security monitoring (including threat intelligence, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, SIEM), platform security (secure networks & systems), operational resilience (backup & recovery), cybercrime resilience (emergency response and runbooks), change management (secure development and release management)
• German and English at a business fluent level
• Willingness to occasionally travel internationally
• Very good presentation skills, strong communication skills in an international environment, as well as a strong focus on results and solutions

Don't meet all the requirements? No problem, we look forward to receiving your application!

We offer you

• Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
• Work Abroad:
  Up to 20 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
• Financial Benefits:
  Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success
• Worry-free Relocation:
  Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover
• Lifelong Learning:
  Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
• Healthy Work Environment:
  Cooperation with the fitness studio Daily Fitness (also for family members), ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
• Corporate Benefits:
  Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
• Individual Family Support:
  Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
• Mobility:
  Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (Job Rad), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
• Connecting Power:
  Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

We are #somewhat different – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.