Information Security Lead

Information Security Lead role at AXA Group OperationsPresentation of the context and AXA Group SecurityThroughout AXA, the security community represents 1000 security professionals, working daily to protect our employees, customers, operations and brand. Our operating model gathers the three security disciplines Information Security, Operational Resilience and Physical Security & Safety. Our security mission is to ensure that AXA is safe, secure and resilient.AXA Group Security, as part of AXA GO, defines the security strategy, standards and provides assurance to the Group on the security maturity of all entities across AXA. In its role, it also supports our professional family in entities in maintaining their security posture and responding to and coordinating responses to crises.Strategic LeversSafe: It is about our people, have them ready to face security challenges including third parties, health professionalsSecure: Secure the business of today and tomorrow, by increasing security effectiveness on a risk‑based approach for all entities.Resilient: Enhance anticipation, detection and reaction capabilities in case of events & Security by designSimple: Simplify, converge and automate our services and activitiesAdvisory and Standards functionOur vision for the Advisory and Standards function is to ‘create a body of security experts that can provide subject matter expertise, advice, leadership and guidance where it is needed most, to reduce risk, accelerate security transformation and ensure the effective implementation of security arrangements throughout the Group.’Team roleTeam members will lead and support the definition of the target Information Security management systems, frameworks, policies, instructions and guidance.Reporting and accountabilityReporting to the Information Security Executive Manager, this role is accountable for helping build and embed the end‑to‑end strategic approach to AXA Information Security throughout the Group, including governance and oversight of Information Security activity and the provision of security advisory. The role is a key member of the Group Information Security Function and may be required to act as deputy to the Executive Manager including some responsibility for budgetary and people management.Scope of work includesOverseeing day to day activities of the Group Information Security teamEnsuring that Group Information Security goals, targets and deadlines are metProviding expertise, advice and guidance to business leadership and colleagues on matters relating to Information Security to support strategic intentDefining and maintaining for Information Security, management systems, policies, instructions and detailed guidance for AXAInfluencing the business agendaEmbedding Information Security requirements throughout the AXA GroupEmbedding a security culture and ensuring security "by design"Supporting the management of group level Information Security threats, incidents and crisesUpskilling of security practitionersDriving simplification, innovation, and convergence of securityContributing to information security good practice and support its adoption across the groupDelivery is through direct engagement with geographical and functional leadership (CEOs, CIOs, Heads of Professional families, IT functions, Program Management) and the wider Security communityKey responsibilities – accountabilities Information SecuritySupport leadership, governance and oversight of the Group Information Security Function and act as a deputy to the Executive Manager – including budgetary management and people leadership for the Information Security function.Support the Executive Manager to lead the Information Security team and provide oversight of Information Security activity throughout the Group – to ensure an integrated Information Security capability that supports the Group strategic intent.Contribute to the definition of the Security strategy, framework, operating model and capabilities, bringing expert knowledge, skills, experience, best practice and innovation to enhance Information Security throughout the Group.Be a primary Subject Matter Expert with key technical skills and high‑level exposure within GO or AXA or key external parts, serving as a global point of contact for Information Security; bring a comprehensive expertise in leading‑edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own function or discipline.Help to influence the business and functional agendas and build internal sponsorship at the top of the organization.Engage with relevant risk management disciplines plus geographic and other functional leadership (e.g. CEOs and Heads of Professional Families plus strategic supply partners) to align information Security to the requirements of the group.Help to design and lead the implementation of governance requirements for Information Security throughout the Group.Act as subject matter expert / key point of contact during incidents and crises providing leadership and professional support to the Group Crisis Management Teams and helping to coordinate the Information Security response to multi‑entity crises as required.Analyze emerging technology trends. Assess the impact on the business environment and drive the evolution of the framework.Required technical competenciesBCMInformation Security & Cyber ResilienceProgram ManagementCustomer needs analysisThird party managementQuality managementRequired soft skills & behavioral competenciesBCMLeadershipStrategic ThinkingProblem solvingPlanningDecision makingCoaching and mentoringYour ProfileEducation – Appropriate education, leadership & technical training and professional membership for role and seniority.Certification – Current Information Security Certifications.Overall work experience in the field3-4 years’ experience working in Information SecurityExperience working within a global environmentConsulting and advisory experience preferredExperience managing a team of consultant including budget, people leadership and program execution.Skills / abilities: Facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skillsPossess strong relationship building, communication and presentation skills (written and verbal – English)Be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environmentStrong networking skillsTeam player, but self‑motivated, proactive, independent, and responsiveProfessional and positive approach, diligent with attention to detailPeople leadership in a multi‑cultural environmentCustomer centricityResult‑oriented mindsetSeniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at AXA Group Operations by 2x.#J-18808-Ljbffr