Director Information Security, DHL Data & AI (d/f/m)

DIRECTOR INFORMATION SECURITY, DHL DATA & AI (d/f/m)

The DHL Group team is the leading mail and logistics service provider for the world. As one of the planet’s largest employers operating in over 220 countries and territories, we see the world differently. Join our team and discover how an international network that is focused on service, quality, and sustainability is able to connect people and improve lives through the power of global trade. And not just for our customers, but for every member of our team as well.

DHL Data & AI is a service line in DHL Group, focusing on leveraging data to create business value. It consists of a dynamic, innovative, and globally diverse team with approximately 100 talented professionals, including Data and AI Engineers, Cloud Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Data Scientists, and Architects. With presences in Italy and Bonn, the team’s purpose is to unleash the power of data science, drive x-Business Unit AI solutions, foster a data-driven culture, and accelerate digitalization within DHL Group. As part of its work, the team is responsible for creating and maintaining robust data platforms and data pipelines to ensure accurate and efficient data processing and analysis. The team embraces diversity with over 20 nationalities represented and a 30% female workforce, fostering collaboration and the pursuit of excellence.

Your tasks:
You will provide direction, oversight, and execution guidance, and you will influence security for DHL Group cloud solutions provided by the DHL Data & AI service line. You will collaborate with other teams, e.g. information security experts of IT service providers, security business services engineering, or risk and compliance management to advise business customers with security technology roadmaps, architecture, and standards to support the IT security of the DHL Group. In your functional role you will report to the DHL IT Group Functions CISO.

What you will do:

• Development and maintenance of security governance processes and documentation in the context of building a Google Cloud Platform (GCP)-related advanced analytics platform for DHL.
• Advise, communicate, consult on, and facilitate risk management decisions to different types and levels of stakeholders.
• Advise on creation of Information Security Concepts (ISC) for custom on-prem, Azure, and GCP services and applications developed and deployed by DHL Data & AI.
• Assess, describe, and position advanced technical complexities from a security perspective and align with the CISO organization.
• Consult on the vulnerability management process, including identification, assessment, and remediation of security vulnerabilities.
• Assess overall security posture of existing and newly developed applications and coordinate alignment on implementation of controls and mitigation of risks with the CISO organization.
• Consult on the implementation of security controls and measures in new (GCP) and existing (Azure) cloud environments.
• Leverage senior-level IT security technical expertise in Kubernetes and cloud environments to support the Security effort of the migration from on-prem to GCP as well as for consolidating the security posture on Azure.
• Advise on implementing necessary tools and systems to support information security efforts.
• Participate in architecture and go-live reviews, making sure that security aspects are sufficiently covered.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field..
  
• Approx. 10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise security architecture, including Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), Kubernetes runtime security. and container security.
  
• Strong understanding of software development processes and DevSecOps principles.
• Strong foundation in security principles and industry frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks, ISO27001, NIST, and BSI, as well as OWASP best practices and threat modeling.
• A critical and analytical mindset.
• Deep knowledge of current security technologies, along with awareness of emerging trends in the IT landscape.
• Proven experience working in international environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging diverse groups including senior leadership, technical experts, business stakeholders, end users, and vendors.
• Excellent ability to clearly explain complex security topics and persuasive communication to continously drive improvement, evolution, and adoption of security practices.
• A forward-thinking, security-first mindset with a focus on automation and standardization.
• Fluency in English, German language skills are a plus.

Beneficial would also be:

• Knowledge of vulnerability management strategies and experience implementing SSDLC automation using tools such as Github Actions, PrismaCloud, Checkov, SBOM, and related DevSecOps tooling.
• Experiences in working with policy solutions like OPA Gatekeeper or Kyverno.

What we offer:

At DHL Data & AI, we offer an array of benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. Here is what you can expect when you join our team:

• Comprehensive training programs, workshops, and e-learning resources to prioritize your growth and development.
• A flexible work arrangement that blends remote work and office presence, promoting work-life balance and adaptability.
• A competitive salary package, inclusive of various benefits, to ensure employee well-being and satisfaction.
• Diverse commuting options, including a job ticket for public transportation, parking space for a monthly fee, or bicycle leasing, to suit your preference.
• Access to DHL Group's daycare facilities for working parents.
• A dynamic, cooperative, and international environment that encourages new insights.

If you are interested in this responsible position with its varied tasks, please click on “Apply Now” and send us your complete application, including your CV, academic and professional references, your salary expectations and your earliest possible start date.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the D&A recruiting team on dna.recruiting @dhl.com

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