Head of Information Security

vor 3 Wochen


Berlin, Deutschland Babbel Vollzeit

We are looking for a Head of Information Security (all genders) for our Information Security team in the heart of buzzing Berlin

As the Head of Information Security, you will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of all organizational information resources. You will lead the development and implementation of the company-wide information security strategy and programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities and deep knowledge of information security frameworks and regulations as well as solid technical knowledge.

You will:
  • Craft and execute a comprehensive scalable information security strategy that aligns with the organization's objectives and mitigates the top company risks associated with information security.
  • Further develop, enhance and scale the existing information security management system covering all relevant aspects of Babbel.
  • Manage the information security budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and justifying expenditures on security measures and tools.
  • Lead and develop the information security team, providing direction and resources necessary for the aligned strategy.
  • Design, run and manage information security related projects
  • Further strengthen a security mindset and culture across the organization
  • Work with service providers to ensure that our data is managed securely
  • Communication with colleagues across all levels to promote information security as well as resonate and align security measures. Tailored on-point communication with senior management and the executives, reporting on risks, successes, and changes in the information security landscape.
  • Collaborate with other teams such as legal, infrastructure, internal IT, etc.
  • Participate in information security relevant due diligence activities
  • Strengthen Babbels information security and data compliance culture
You have:
  • Strategic Thinking: You are a strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and plan appropriate strategies to achieve security and business goals.
  • Leadership Skills: You have strong leadership qualities to guide and motivate a team of information security professionals.
  • Communication Skills: You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to articulate complex security risks and defenses to stakeholders following a structured and appealing storyline. Convincing reasoning for required security measures across all levels.
  • Knowledge of Industry Regulations: You have an understanding of the industry standards regarding information security (esp. ISO27001, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF) as well as regulations (e.g. PCI-DSS, GDPR, CCPA) ensuring compliance and avoiding legal repercussions.
  • Risk Management: You are skilled in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks to ensure business continuity and information security.
  • General understanding of technical security measures (e.g. encryption, IAM, OAuth, firewalls, network access control lists, etc.)
  • Ownership mindset for tasks: You take end-to-end responsibility for a task from idea/start to finish
  • Prioritization which helps you focus on the most important and urgent tasks which have relevant impact
  • Fluency in written and spoken English (incl. technical terminology)
  • You have a broad understanding and knowledge of all Information Security areas
You are:
  • Information Security enthusiast
  • Intrinsically motivated, always curious and never stop learning
  • Inquisitive and analytical
  • Clear communicative to the point and collaborative
  • Proactive
  • Comfortable working in a lean and agile environment
Some perks of becoming a Babbelonian:
  • Enjoy 30 vacation days and the chance to take a 3-month Sabbatical. Plus family and life situation counseling.
  • Decide how, when and from where you want to work with our flexible working hours and remote friendly options as Jobbatical (up to 3 months inside the EU) or work from our fully equipped office with nap, faith and family rooms.
  • Learn and grow with the internal learning opportunities, and use a yearly learning & development budget for external training. Learn languages with Babbel for free with your full access to Babbel & Babbel Live classes.
  • Take advantage of your mobility benefits options and a discounted Urban Sports Club membership.
  • Be part of our employee communities (such as Femgineers, DE&I Ambassadors and LGBTQIA groups), attend cultural and regular social events.

Diversity at Babbel

As part of our ongoing journey towards building a diverse, equitable and inclusive company, we welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in tech. We are a learning company, inside and out, and we encourage you to apply even if you do not fit all the technical requirements - all candidates are assessed based on skills, qualifications and on our business needs. Please state your pronouns in your application, and let us know if you’d like to be addressed by a name other than the one appearing on your official documents. If you have a disability or special need, feel welcome to inform us, so that we can provide you with the proper assistance in the application process.



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