Country Security Officer (m/f/d)

About the role

Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia, active in the Košice region since 2006, is looking for a Country Security Officer. The post steers the implementation of security requirements into business processes and controls their effectiveness and efficiency. It covers identification of critical or security-relevant assets, security concepts, emergency and crisis management, and the operationalisation of the superordinate security programme.

Key responsibilities

• Issue instructions to all subordinate legal entities and act as the superior Security Officer for them
• Define security guidelines for subordinate units and implement the superordinate security management specifications
• Maintain and develop security management systems and the associated matrix certification
• Plan a tactical security programme in line with the strategy and business model of the superordinate unit
• Represent the legal entity in the committees of the superordinate security management and act as Process Manager of the security management process
• Steer the implementation of security requirements, control its effectiveness and efficiency, and define clear processes and responsibilities
• Ensure process performance, quality and adherence to deadlines
• Interface with relevant authorities and interest groups
• Own the risk map, audit plan, security incident report, identification of critical assets and their security concepts, and emergency and crisis management

Required profile

• Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Security Management or a related field
• Proven experience in Security Management
• Certified Cybersecurity Manager certification, or willingness to obtain it
• Advanced English (C1); German is a strong advantage

Required skills

• IT strategy practices and methodologies
• Enterprise architecture and security architecture
• Third-party auditing and cloud risk assessment methodologies
• Effective stakeholder communication and presentation to technical and non-technical audiences
• Leadership and initiative-driving skills

What we offer

• Base salary of at least 1,900 EUR gross, negotiable depending on seniority and experience, plus a variable part and other financial benefits
• Over 25 benefits covering learning and development, health and sport, and family and work-life balance
• Work-life balance measures supporting physical and mental well-being