IT GRC Senior Specialist

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About Volkswagen Financial Services

It has been more than 70 years since Volkswagen Financial Services AG financed the first Volkswagen vehicles in Germany in 1949. Since then our core goal has remained: ensuring we meet the mobility needs of the people. Today we operate in 48 markets through our subsidiaries and joint ventures, and are the largest provider of automotive financial services worldwide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equal‑opportunity workplace.

Objectives

Support the VW Bank IT team on following and assuring compliance with guidelines and policies regarding IT governance, reporting, regulation and IT security, both with local requirements as well as the ones defined by the Volkswagen Group policies.

Responsibilities

• Follow‑up local security risks and define control measures of IS content;
• Promote the best practices in security controls through the organization of security awareness trainings;
• Implement and monitor a proper ISMS (Information Security Management System);
• Identify and assess local laws and regulatory requirements with regard to their effect on IT in coordination with the CICO;
• Identify new or changed subgroup‑wide requirements (IT Minimum Standards) in coordination with the Head of IT;
• Monitor IT compliance requirements status;
• Support the team to execute and deploy overall IT Coordination activities within the scope of VW Bank responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Electronics;
• Previous experience in Information Security is a plus;
• Certification in ISO27001 is a plus but not mandatory;
• Experience in IT security architecture;
• Understanding of enterprise IT security architecture, processes, concepts and best practices;
• Proactive in anticipating situations and delivering solutions;
• Dynamic and motivated to achieve goals and exceed expectations;
• Ability for team work and good team spirit is mandatory.

What we Offer

• Long‑term contract;
• Competitive package including private health insurance, life insurance and meal allowance (pay by meal card);
• Bonuses and benefits depending on performance;
• Schooling allowance and pension scheme;
• Incredible and unique annual company events;
• Opportunity to work on an international project and be part of multicultural and multidisciplinary team;
• Solid performance evaluation and career management methodologies;
• Continuous training – technical and behavioural development.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industry

• Banking