Overview
As an Information Security Specialist at Zurich, you will help protect our data, systems, and customers by implementing robust security measures and fostering a culture of security awareness. You’ll work collaboratively across the business to reduce risks and ensure compliance, supporting Zurich’s commitment to creating a brighter future together.
Key Accountabilities
* Deploy, monitor, and maintain security solutions as per Zurich group guidelines.
* Assist local or regional projects to identify and align security requirements, design security controls and test their effectiveness.
* Lead or assist in security incident investigations and conduct post‑incident reviews.
* Deliver security awareness trainings / newsletters.
* Document security processes and procedures
* Become a member of global security communities
Vulnerability Management
* Identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and remediating security vulnerabilities in applications and operating systems.
* Evaluate information security risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
* Support business in understanding and managing security risks.
* Work with colleagues across the functions to maintain Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans.
* Regular review of Business Impact Analysis for the Krakow and Bratislava centers.
* Implementation and monitoring of controls framework in the field.
Regulatory Compliance
* Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant laws®ulations (e.g., GDPR), and Zurich’s internal policies. Support audits and provide documentation as required.
* Stay up to date with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices. Adapt security practices to evolve business and regulatory requirements.
Candidate’s profile
* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in IT or other related areas.
* 2 or more years of experience in related fields.
* Good knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and best practices.
* Experience conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident responses.
* Hands‑on experience with Microsoft PowerApps, Power Automate, and related Microsoft 365 tools.
* Understanding relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
* Excellent communication skills—able to explain technical topics to non‑technical audiences.
* Knowledge of Service Now and Jira is a plus.
We offer
* Real life opportunities to develop and grow with us and contribute to the world around us.
* Competitive salaries, language allowance and an employee benefits package that includes among others medical insurance, life insurance and sport‑card.
* Annual bonus depending on company annual results and individual performance.
* Wide range of learning programs and personal development opportunities including also possibility to apply for up to 80% of educational trainings reimbursement.
* Referral awards.
* Online fitness trainings.
* Nice and friendly atmosphere.
Who we are
Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading multi‑line insurer serving people and businesses in more than 200 countries and territories. Founded 150 years ago, Zurich is transforming insurance. In addition to providing insurance protection, Zurich is increasingly offering prevention services such as those that promote wellbeing and enhance climate resilience. Reflecting its purpose to ‘create a brighter future together’, Zurich aspires to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. It is targeting net‑zero emissions by 2050 and has the highest‑possible ESG rating from MSCI. In 2020, Zurich launched the Zurich Forest project to support reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil. The Group has about 60,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN), is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over‑the‑counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at www.zurich.com .
In March 2016 we established a Shared Service Centre in Kraków, in Poland to support our global strategy. It is from this location that we have created a global shared service platform, focusing on advanced business functions such as financial accounting and reporting, planning and performance management, ICFR testing, financial systems management as well as HR integrated talent management operations.
Recruitment timeline
This role is related to the key area of Zurich’s activity in Kraków. We are committed to complete the recruitment process as soon as possible, however in some occasions it may take up to 6 months and the requirements for the position may be subject to some clarification or modification during the recruitment process.
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