Business Information Security Officer

🕒 June 9

🇩🇪 Germany – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🔴 Lead

👮‍♂️ Cybersecurity / Security Engineer

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Avnet

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1921

📦 Logistics

💼 Consulting

🏭 Manufacturing

Logistics • Consulting • Manufacturing

Avnet is a global technology solutions company that specializes in the distribution and sale of electronic components, as well as providing integrated solutions and services. Avnet supports customers at every stage of the product lifecycle, from ideation and design to assembly, production, and end-of-life services. With a strong presence in the electronics sector, Avnet offers expertise in supply chain and logistics to help businesses innovate and bring their products to market efficiently.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary Information Security advisor for assigned business units • Advise business leaders on cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance matters • Conduct risk and system assessments and recommend appropriate security controls • Translate technical risks into clear business impacts and actionable recommendations • Drive governance, risk, and compliance activities within the business units • Support vulnerability management, secure baseline adoption, and risk mitigation initiatives • Provide security expertise for customer engagements, sales activities, and audit processes • Support certification and regulatory compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIS2, CMMC, PCI DSS, GDPR) • Represent business interests within enterprise cybersecurity and IT discussions • Promote a risk-aware and security-focused culture across the organization

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Business Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience • Extensive professional experience (minimum 8 years in IT, including at least 4 years in cybersecurity, IT risk management, or information security) • Strong knowledge of information security, risk management, and governance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS) • Experience with compliance programs, audits, and regulatory requirements • Ability to communicate complex technical topics effectively to business leaders and executive stakeholders • Knowledge of modern IT architectures, cloud technologies, and DevSecOps practices is an advantage • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are preferred • Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken

🏖️ Benefits

• 30 days of annual vacation plus additional special leave days (December 24th and December 31st are granted as fully paid additional days off) • Up to 10 days of Workation per year, allowing you to work remotely from approved locations • 38.5-hour workweek with a flexible working time account • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance • Complimentary supplementary health insurance through Allianz, covering benefits such as preventive healthcare, dental care, vision support, and more • Comprehensive group accident insurance coverage, including protection beyond working hours • Access to Wellpass membership for fitness, sports, and health-related activities • Option to participate in a Job Bike leasing program, including e-bikes and bicycles • Subsidized company pension scheme to support your long-term financial planning • Employer contribution to capital-forming benefits ( Vermögenswirksame Leistungen ) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering professional support for personal and professional matters • Two modern subsidized company cafeterias featuring fresh meal options and Barista coffee bars • Company-affiliated daycare center and kindergarten with preferential conditions for employees • A highly visible and strategically important role within an international environment • Close collaboration with business leaders, IT teams, and cybersecurity professionals worldwide • The opportunity to position cybersecurity as a business enabler and competitive advantage • Challenging and impactful work at the intersection of security, technology, and business strategy • Excellent opportunities for professional growth and international career development