Job Description
Protect What Matters
Drive Security Across Central Europe and Germany
Join our team in Ostrava and take ownership of security across Central Europe and Germany
As Local Security Officer CEE & Germany, you will play a key role in implementing AXA Partners’ security strategy and strengthening information security, operational resilience, and physical security across multiple locations
Working closely with local, regional, and global stakeholders, you will act as a trusted business partner, helping to protect our people, assets, and operations while supporting business growth through a risk-based security approach
What you’ll be doing: Partner with Group Security Governance, Regional Security Officers, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment, quality, and effectiveness of information security, operational resilience, and physical security controls
Support the implementation of the AXA Partners Group Security Strategy and ensure security considerations are embedded into business processes
Provide expert guidance to local entities on security policies, controls, shared services, and security improvement initiatives
Identify, assess, and manage security risks, recommending mitigation measures and ensuring compliance with Group requirements and regulations
Drive security governance and accountability by supporting security ownership, personnel security requirements, and security awareness initiatives
Lead continuous improvement activities, including security audits, compliance monitoring, issue resolution, reporting, and best-practice sharing
Monitor, manage, and escalate security incidents while ensuring appropriate reporting, assurance, and auditability
Prepare reports and present security matters to local, regional, and global governance committees
Foster a strong security culture and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders across AXA Partners
What you’ll bring: Experience in information security, IT risk management, security auditing, or a related field
Strong knowledge of information security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, DORA, GDPR, NIST, or SANS CSC
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, ISACA, or SANS/GIAC are preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-based mindset
Experience in security awareness, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic international environment
Excellent communication and influencing skills, including interaction with senior leadership
Fluent English (C1 level) and fluent Czech or Polish language skills are required
German language skills are a plus
A degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field is preferred
What we offer: At AXA Partners, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that
You can expect to receive: 25 days of holiday Meal vouchers worth 150 CZK from the first day and restaurants near the company Flexible working hours Home Office (40% of the month) Well-being contribution (1 200 CZK per month) Laptop & IT equipment for your home office MultiSport/ Flexi Pass card (500 CZK per month) Telemedicine - 24/7 online medical support for you and 5 family members Pension insurance (1000 CZK per month) Free annual travel insurance for Europe Free life insurance E-learning courses Great location in modern and pleasant offices in Prague ... and much more (discounts at our partners etc.) To apply, click on the ‘apply for this job’ button, you’ll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics
If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, please send an email to AXA Partners Global HR Response - [email protected] Who we are: We’re AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection – with and for our partners worldwide
What sets us apart
The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world
Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive – offering solutions and services that make sure we’re always at people’s side, no matter what
Helping others is our passion
Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we’re always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters
Join a company that helps protect the forests
At AXA Partners, we plant a tree for every new recruit (with a permanent contract)