Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Security Officer The challenge An exciting opportunity to contribute to Haier Europe. The Company is on a journey to achieve ambitious growth and leadership objectives, and we need a proactive, self‑driven individual who embodies entrepreneurship, innovation, consumer focus, and IoT & ecosystem thinking. A change agent with an agile approach, hyper‑collaborative, breaking silos and creating an open ecosystem. What you will do The CISO will implement and run the enterprise information security program, identifying, evaluating, and reporting on legal, regulatory, IT, and cyber risk while supporting business objectives. Working with executive management, the CISO will determine acceptable risk levels, proactively partner with business units and ecosystem partners to implement agreed‑on policies and standards, and articulate the impact of cyber risk to the board and senior stakeholders. Objectives of this role Develop an information security vision and strategy aligned to organizational priorities, enabling business objectives and securing senior stakeholder buy‑in. Oversee protection of company data, intellectual property, and technology assets from cyber threats. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols that align with business goals and regulatory requirements. Identify and mitigate security risks, ensuring organizational resilience against emerging threats. Embed security in the project delivery process by providing appropriate information security policies, practices, and guidelines. Manage and contain information security incidents and events to protect corporate IT assets, intellectual property, regulated data, and reputation. Monitor the external threat environment for emerging threats and advise stakeholders on actions. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate security measures into IT and business operations. Manage the budget for the information security function, monitoring and reporting discrepancies. Your tasks Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive security program covering cyber defense, data protection, and security operations. Conduct risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and prioritize remediation to reduce risk exposure. Oversee security incident detection, response, and recovery, ensuring swift mitigation of potential breaches. Manage security architecture, tools, and technologies across the organization’s IT infrastructure. Ensure vendor management office includes information security requirements in contracts. Collaborate with the data privacy officer to incorporate data privacy requirements where applicable. Coordinate with legal, compliance, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with data protection laws (GDPR, HIPAA). Monitor security metrics and report on the organization’s security posture to executive leadership. Lead security awareness training programs for employees to promote a culture of cybersecurity. Stay updated on cybersecurity trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance security measures proactively. What you need to succeed Required skills and qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field. 10+ years of demonstrable experience as a CISO or similar senior‑level cybersecurity role. Extensive knowledge of information security principles, frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), and risk management practices. Experience with security auditing, vulnerability assessments, and risk mitigation. Experience with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEMs, and encryption protocols. Solid knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to develop and implement complex security strategies. Project management skills: financial/budget management, scheduling, and resource management. Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to influence decision‑making at the executive level. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities. Ability to manage a team of security professionals and work cross‑functionally with IT, legal, and compliance teams. Preferred skills and qualifications Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related fields. Relevant certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar. Experience with cloud security and securing cloud infrastructure. Familiarity with incident management and disaster recovery planning. Knowledge of ethical hacking and penetration testing techniques. Background in regulatory compliance and data privacy laws in the industry. Hands‑on experience with SIEM tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. Expertise in secure software development and DevSecOps practices. Understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in security. Multilingual proficiency for international security collaboration. Haier Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr