Global Information Security & Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

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<p>BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 6200 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.</p>
<p>For our division IT ,at our location in <strong>Köln</strong> we are looking for a</p>
<p><strong>Head of IT Security &amp; Compliance Manager (m/f/d)</strong></p>
<h1>Global Information Security &amp; Compliance Manager (m/f/d)</h1>
<h2>YOUR SHOES TO FILL:</h2>
<ul> 
 <li>Lead and maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS).</li> 
 <li>Oversee IT General Controls (ITGC) and ensure alignment with audit and compliance standards.</li> 
 <li>Manage compliance documentation, ensuring it is up-to-date, accessible, and audit-ready.</li> 
 <li>Conduct risk assessments, define mitigation strategies, and monitor execution.</li> 
 <li>Coordinate and test Disaster Recovery (DR) processes regularly.</li> 
 <li>Drive security awareness and education initiatives across the organization.</li> 
 <li>Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure policy adherence and process improvement.</li> 
 <li>Support internal and external audit processes and ensure timely remediation of findings.</li> 
 <li>Maintain a compliance calendar and ensure timely execution of all governance activities.</li> 
</ul>
<h2>YOUR WALK OF LIFE:</h2>
<ul> 
 <li>University degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field</li> 
 <li>Proven leadership skills with over 8 years of progressive experience in IT Security &amp; compliance, including 3-5 years in Senior management or Hed of roles.</li> 
 <li>2–3 years of experience as a CISO or Information Security Manager</li> 
 <li>Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance and ITGC frameworks, ideally gained in a NYSE-listed or similarly regulated organizatio</li> 
 <li>Experience working in an organization with embedded ITGC controls and SOX compliance</li> 
 <li>Strong understanding of Cybersecurity Defense Systems</li> 
 <li>Familiarity with IT General Controls and risk governance frameworks\Certification in ISO/IEC 27002 – Information Security Foundation</li> 
 <li>Microsoft Certified (e.g., Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)</li> 
 <li>Proficient in German and English</li> 
 <li>Proficient in Microsoft products (Office 365, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)</li> 
 <li>Experience with Entra ID / Active Directory</li> 
 <li>Strong communicator with the ability to engage across all levels</li> 
 <li>Process-driven and structured in approach</li> 
 <li>Skilled negotiator with a collaborative mindset</li> 
 <li>Able to maintain a bird’s-eye view while coordinating with technical experts for deep dives</li> 
</ul>
<h2>WE OFFER:</h2>
<p>BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities.</p>
<p>Sounds exciting? It is. We are looking forward to receiving your online application, stating your salary expectations!</p>
<p>If you have any further questions, please contact Ankita Arora</p>
<p>Apply now &gt;&gt;</p>

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