Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsOutstanding role for a Cyber Security candidate who enjoys hands on leadershipNot the right role for a governance or audit focused candidateAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-established, yet fast paced regulated financial services organisation. With increasing regulatory demands (e.g. DORA) and a rapidly evolving threat landscape, the organisation is investing heavily into its Cyber Security capabilities and is now looking to strengthen leadership within the function. Leaders are expected to own topics end-to-end and stay close to the technology.Job DescriptionLead and develop the cyber security function, combining technical depth with strong people leadershipOwn and evolve key cyber capabilities across: SIEM / SOC (e.g. Splunk), IAM / PAM, XDR / endpoint security, Threat detection and incident responseAct as a hands-on leader, who shapes architecture decisions, implementations, and critical incidentsYou are the sparring partner of the CIO on matters of cyber security strategyDrive the implementation, configuration, and operation of modern cyber security platformsEnhance detection and response capabilities across the organisationWork closely with IT and engineering teams to embed security into the infrastructure and application landscapeManage and mentor a team of Cyber Security professionals, elevating both capability and performanceEngage with senior stakeholders and support regulatory, audit, and risk-related topicsThe Successful ApplicantMust have:Proven leadership experience in cyber security (e.g. Head of Cyber, Security Engineering Lead, Director-level roles)Strong hands-on expertise across multiplecyber domains, including:SIEM (e.g. Splunk)IAM / PAM (e.g. Okta / SailPoint / ForgeRock / CyberArk)XDR / endpoint detection (e.g. Defender, CrowdStrike / SentinelOne)Intrusion detection, scanning, vulnerability managementDemonstrated experience in:Implementing security solutions end-to-endConfiguring and operating security platformsLeading teams responsible for running these systemsBackground in financial services or other regulated environmentsAbility to operate at both technical deep-dive level and senior stakeholder levelFluent English (German is a plus)Willingness to be based in Frankfurt or work hybrid (approx. 50% on-site)Important note: This role is not suited for purely governance, audit, or advisory profiles. We are specifically looking for technical leaders who have remained hands-on with modern Cyber Security technologies.What's on OfferHigh-impact leadership role with visible mandate to shape and improve security capabilitiesOpportunity to lead transformation rather than maintain status quoFlexible working model (Frankfurt-based / alternatively hybrid ~50%)Competitive compensation packageA collaborative, fast-paced environment that values execution and technical excellenceContactAnna LadyshenskiQuote job refJN-052026-7012452Job summaryFunctionCIO & IT LeadershipSubsectorCIO & IT Leadership SubsectorIndustryFinancial ServicesLocationFrankfurtContract typePermanentConsultant nameAnna LadyshenskiJob referenceJN-052026-7012452
