Job Description

Digital Risk Advisor (Hybrid option)
Join a team of cybersecurity professionals and help Swiss Re to fulfil its mission in making the world more resilient. As the Digital Risk Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for team inquiries from internal/external clients and regulators, gaining a broad overview of all cyber security-related governance and risk activities within Swiss Re. You will be recognised as the subject matter expert for our cyber processes and control environment. Using this knowledge, you will coordinate with stakeholders and handle requests. What's more, you'll be working in a hybrid setup, perfectly balancing work from home and the office premises.
About the team
The Security Team is the focal point for all security activities across Swiss Re. We are responsible for cybersecurity engineering and operations, corporate security, governance, operational resilience, risk and compliance. We define and advance the company's security strategy.
As a part of the Security Team, the Regulatory Monitoring team safeguards compliance with international cyber regulations and provides assurance to the various stakeholders. We're looking for a knowledgeable, proactive, and curious professional with 5+ years of experience in the field of IT, governance, SOC/ISAE3000 or regulations - one who learns quickly and can build and leverage relationships to succeed in their role.
In your role, you will...
Be the first point of contact for IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) inquiries from internal/external clients and regulators
Serve as a point of contact for external clients and regulators, ensuring compliance with international cyber regulations through a strong grasp of Swiss Re's cyber security framework
Gain a broad overview of all cyber GRC activities within Swiss Re and provide information and assurance to various stakeholders
Become one of the most knowledgeable colleagues in understanding Swiss Re's cyber processes and control environment
Hold a crucial role to help Swiss Re to prove its compliance with international cyber regulations
Lead process and automation improvements across cyber governance and risk
Champion new technologies and methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our security operations
Be someone who believes in continuous innovation, is curious and relentless in finding a better way every day
Be passionate about cyber security and working in an international environment, where we value your knowledge, domain expertise and proactive execution
Your qualifications
Nobody is perfect and meets 100% of our requirements. If you, however, meet some of the criteria below and are curious about the world of digital risk, governance, and control, we'll be more than happy to meet you!
What we need from you
Passion, drive, and a belief in the value of cyber security as an enabler of business performance
Experience in IT audit, IT risk management, or cyber security activities in complex corporate environments
The ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of stakeholders effectively - from clients to various IT security teams and management
Degree or qualification in business IT-related subject area or equivalent technical and business experience
Knowledge of information security on a technical, organisational as well as security management level
Experience in working with IT regulations
A high level of integrity, result-oriented approach, and composure under pressure
Strong communication, influencing, and collaboration skills
Drive for innovation and creativity, as well as analytical thinking
You must demonstrate clear and articulate spoken English to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders. Speech clarity will form part of the interview assessment
Nice-to-have
CISA, CISM certification
Knowledge of standards and reports such as ISO 27'00x/NIST SP 800-53/ISAE 3000/SOC 2
Additionally, German would be of benefit
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
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