Security Compliance Specialist (w/m/d)

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Annual Assurance Program: Establish and manage an annual assurance and control program to oversee compliance with Information Security (IS) standards, regulations, and Valora’s guidelines, ensuring Valora meets internal and external requirements.
• Policy Adaptation and Implementation: Oversee the adaptation and implementation of Valora’s policies to align with the unique needs of Valora’s business unit while adhering to local regulations.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Identify IS risks specific to the business unit, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure effective implementation to protect Valora’s operations.
• Compliance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor compliance with IS policies, maintaining detailed records and generating periodic reports on adherence to standards and identified findings.
• Awareness and Training: Support the integration of IS awareness and training programs, ensuring personnel understand and fulfill their security responsibilities.
• Audit Collaboration: Partner with internal audit and IS compliance teams during internal and external audits to address findings and improve IS practices.

Key Skills / Requirements:

• Educational Background: Degree in Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in cybersecurity governance and compliance.
• Professional Experience: Proven experience in implementing and managing assurance and compliance programs, with a strong understanding of IS regulations and frameworks.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of IS risk management, self-assessment methodologies, and compliance monitoring tools, with practical experience in policy adaptation and control design.
• Analytical and Organizational Skills: Strong analytical skills to identify and mitigate risks, paired with excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is essential; additional language skills are a plus.

What we offer:

• A dynamic work environment with room for ideas and creativity
• Open-minded and solution-oriented working culture with flat hierarchies and highly skilled colleagues with various backgrounds to learn from
• Development opportunities and training
• Different employee benefits and discounts on Valora formats
• Fair employment conditions