Cyber Security Lead

TechnologyLausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

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Description

Purpose of this role

The Cyber Security Lead establishes, develops, implements, and monitors a comprehensive information security management system and performs IT risk management. The Cyber Security Lead is involved in all aspects of information and cyber security at Frontiers and closely collaborates with relevant teams active in information technology as well as data protection. The role includes a strong focus on hands-on security activities to monitor Frontiers’ critical IT infrastructure for data processing and covers the policies and documentation of Frontiers’ data protection framework as well.

Job description

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Frontiers is a leading open-access scientific publisher in the industry. Operating worldwide and with offices in Lausanne, Madrid, London, Seattle and Beijing, we help scientists to publish their research through a fast and robust peer review platform (www.frontiersin.org).

We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Lead to join our technology department in Lausanne. This job would be suitable for an enthusiastic and motivated person who wishes to advance in his/her career. If you meet the required criteria and are looking for a position where you will be rewarded for your talents and expertise, this is an ideal opportunity.

Mission:

• Maintain and improve Frontiers’ global security strategy


• Perform security risk assessment, threat modelling, and handle practical aspects of information security topics (includes scans, reviews, tests, monitoring, assisting developers to apply secure programming methods)


• Drive documentation needs for the security topic within the organization (includes strategic security policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards)


• Lead technical working groups defining and implementing common security guidelines


• Enhance processes to manage security issues and incidents


• Management and handling of security related incidents (all levels)


• Organize and teach security awareness to technical and non-technical employee groups


• Assist and advise respective stakeholders on aspects of operational and strategic security issues

Profile:

• Degree in information technology, computer science, engineering or equivalent;


• Demonstrated track record as security professional with 3-5 years of experience in a similar position


• Excellent knowledge of computer networking as well as cloud and web based technologies (in the context of security)


• Experience in writing security related documentation;


• Industry recognized security qualifications such as CISM, CISSP, COBIT or OSCP are a big plus.


• Knowledge and experience of security standards (such as ISO 27001/2 or NIST and OWASP TOP 10) in various contexts (e.g. application operation, software development) and asset.


• Very good command of English (written and spoken)

Environment:

The working language in our environment is English. We are working for customers around the world and with suppliers in different countries and time zones. The candidate must be an EU citizen or have a valid Swiss work permit. The role is based in Lausanne. If you are interested, do not hesitate to apply online!

Benefits

• 25 days' vacation per year and 4 wellbeing days


• Participation into the company's annual bonus scheme


• Access to the latest equipment and international working environment


• Professional development opportunities


• Frontiers has taken the decision to offer our employees full flexibility to work-from-home (within the country of employment) until the end of 2020.


• Fruits and snacks in the kitchen as well as much tea & coffee as you like


• In-house well being activities including free weekly yoga

Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination - including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With over 600 employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.

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