driving the future of autonomous vehicles with its state-of-the-art LiDAR technology. Our innovative systems, trusted by automotive giants such as BMW and Volkswagen, are revolutionizing the industry and setting new standards in automotive technology.
We are looking for an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who will lead the development implementation & Monitoring of the organization's information security strategy, ensuring robust protection of assets and compliance with regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate will oversee risk management, lead security initiatives, and strengthen the organization's overall security posture.
Job Description:
Develop and implement an organizational information security strategy to supports the company's objectives and business requirements.
Oversee and maintain the companys information security framework, ensuring protection for sensitive data and critical systems.
Lead, mentor the security team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, security awareness, and accountability.
Identify and manage cyber risks, maintain & establish procedures and standards, coordinate responses to cyber incidents, and ensure compliance with international information security regulations and standards.
Support the organization through technological changes and verify that new solutions meet security requirements.
Establish and maintain current policies, procedures and protocols that enable our security, privacy, and IT Compliance strategy.
Manage day-to-day security operations, incident response readiness, business continuity planning, and the identification of vulnerabilities in infrastructure and applications.
Oversee the evaluation, selection, and implementation of vendor services and tools that support information security and compliance.
Developing and delivering security training programs to educate employees on security best practices.
Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards, particularly within the automotive sector.
Collaboration with internal departments such as IT, legal, HR, finance, and logistics to integrate security practices seamlessly into all business processes.
Requirements: At least 10 years of experience in information security roles, with at least 5 years experience as a CISO.
Expertise in security standards and regulations (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, etc.).
Familiarity with automotive industry regulations and compliance requirements (TISAX) is a significant advantage.
Ability to navigate the balance between "business empathy" and "security risk" while ensuring a seamless integration of security within business processes.
Experience in conducting internal audits, risk assessments, supplier evaluations, and IT surveys.
Proficiency in cybersecurity methodologies and tools, including incident response, malware analysis, penetration testing, and advanced security solutions (XDR, DLP, SASE, WAF, NAC, SIEM).
Broad knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks for both on-premises and cloud infrastructures.
Ability to present cyber security risks and management and board members.
Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Relevant certifications such as: CISSP, CISM ,CISA.
Ability to work under pressure, think critically, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to effectively present security concepts to senior management and stakeholders.
This position is open to all candidates.