Information Security Business Partner Lead - EMEIA

Summary
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In this role, you will be part of Apple Information Security's Business Partner Lead (BPL) team, dedicated security representatives for some of Apple's most complex business units and functions. Focused on EMEIA and Apple Distribution International, you will ensure AIS security services are effectively integrated into regional operations, addressing real risks while enabling business success.

Description
The Information Security Business Partner Lead (BPL) EMEIA will serve as the dedicated in-region information security representative for Apple Distribution International while serving broader EMEIA regional needs. Based in Cork, Ireland, this EU-based role ensures AIS delivers effective security enablement to one of Apple's most complex and regulated operational regions.

You will represent AIS within EMEIA, building deep knowledge of European regulatory frameworks and developing the trusted relationships necessary to serve as an effective bridge between security and our business partners. Your presence in Cork ensures EMEIA teams have consistent in-region AIS engagement. You will work as part of the Apple Information Security Engagement team, delivering the strategies and services of our organization with dedicated regional focus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary AIS liaison for ADI, developing deep understanding of regulatory obligations, governance requirements, and operational realities
• Support ADI Board-level security governance under DORA and related EU regulations
• Partner with the AIS ADI Security lead and AIS Governance for comprehensive regulatory compliance coverage
• Serve as a regional AIS point of contact for Apple's EU and EMEIA-based teams
• Build strategic partnerships across Cork and EMEIA-based business teams
• Provide in-region security support for EMEIA-based teams
• Translate EMEIA business requirements into AIS service improvements
• Represent AIS in regional executive meetings and provide relevant security expertise
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in navigating complex distributed operations involving multiple legal entities, security teams, regulatory frameworks, and operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of EU compliance frameworks including GDPR, with familiarity with DORA and CRA
• Experience supporting Board-level security governance and executive stakeholder management
• Strong communication skills adaptable for regulatory bodies, business leadership, and technical teams
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Information Security or related field
• Professional certifications in European compliance and/or information security (CISSP, CISM)
• Direct experience with DORA implementation or financial services security
• Previous regional security roles supporting complex international operations
• Knowledge of Apple business operations or multinational corporate structures
  
  

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Role Number: 200649509-1418