Role description
Type of contract: Full-time
Place of work: Hlavní město Praha, Czech Republic
Meet the guys you might work with
We are Cyber Security in EmbedIT, we are the ones that shape the landscape of Information Security for our customers, primarily for the Home Credit Group, SKODA Group, ITIS Group, PPF itself and selected companies in the PPF Group as well as for other unaffiliated partners. Our responsibility is to navigate the complex regulatory environment of various, primarily financial, institutions across the globe, and ensure that requirements are transformed into day-to-day realities, monitoring their fulfilment, identifying threats, and responding to them accordingly.
Your future role
As a Senior Cyber Security Consultant/Lead Consultant, you'll be involved in setting up processes, conducting IT assessments, and providing consultation in various Cyber Security areas. You will work on a range of projects, both internal and external, with clients from multiple nations. You'll independently lead mid-sized projects from start to end and manage a small team of approximately 5 people, helping your colleagues along their career paths and supporting them in defining their development goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive IT risk assessments and security evaluations
- Develop and implement security processes, policies and standards
- Conduct IT Risk Assessments for various clients
- Business Continuity Management (development of Business Continuity strategies and plans)
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards
- Provide expert consultation on governance, risk management and compliance
- Support team performance and support the career development of team members
- Participation in business development activities
Your experience and skills
- At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, GRC, or related fields
- Strong understanding of IT standards (ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT)
- Knowledge of IT regulations for financial institutions (NIS 2, DORA, Czech Cyber Act, GDPR, PCI DSS, EBA Guidelines)
- Experience creating IT documentation and defining processes
- Consulting experience and ability to conduct GRC assessments
- Strong orientation to customers, independence and proactivity expected
- Experience with people leadership and coaching within a small team
- Strong analytical and coordination skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multicultural environment
- General IT knowledge to communicate with technical and business teams
- An advanced level of English and Czech/Slovak is a must
What is a plus
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, CompTIA Security+, etc.)
- Experience with IT awareness campaigns
- Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends
- Project management certification or experience
- Additional language skills beyond English
- Experience with international client projects
Join EmbedIT family and enjoy
- Motivating yearly bonus
- 5 weeks of paid vacation
- 5 days of Personal time off
- Meal allowances
- Contribution to the pension scheme or DIP - Long-Term Investment Product
- Access to premium healthcare or a monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation
- Complimentary tea and subsidized coffee
- Relax room & games room
- Possible internal growth
- Loyalty and referral bonuses
Kindly note that due to the summer holidays, our response time may be slightly longer than usual. We appreciate your understanding!
About EmbedIT and how you fit in
Our company is a dynamic fusion of innovation, skill, and vision, dedicated to transforming industries through technology. In this landscape, your unique talents and perspective are the keys to our collective success, contributing to groundbreaking solutions and strategies. Here, you're not just a part of the team; you're a vital contributor to a journey of continuous improvement and exceptional results. Join us, and let's shape the future together, where your growth is an integral part of our shared story.
What do we expect?
Strong technical proficiency and problem-solving skills
Commitment to quality and attention to detail
Proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative
Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
Adaptability to rapidly changing environments
A customer-focused approach to solutions
Continuous learning and self-improvement mindset
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
Who are we looking for?
Innovative problem-solvers with a passion for technology
Team players dedicated to collaborative success
Individuals with a continuous learning and growth mindset
Detail-oriented professionals with a focus on excellence
Adaptable personalities ready to thrive in a dynamic environment
By exploring our careers pages, you'll gain insights into our operational style, core values, and the benefits we offer, painting a comprehensive picture of life at our company.
Our benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you go further in multiple aspects of your life, recognising and rewarding you for the value you bring to EmbedIT and our clients.
Everyone is entitled to 5 weeks of paid holiday per year. Plus up to 5 days of personal time off for personal illness or illness of immediate family member.
While you’re at work, we make your meals more affordable. Of the meals you buy at any of our office locations, EmbedIT pays 55% of what you spend.
Our core working hours are from 9:00 to 15:00 daily, but how early you start or how late you work, is up to you. Our hybrid setup includes the option of working from your home.
Everyone is entitled to a pension insurance allowance of CZK 2,000 per month.
Our people have access to premium healthcare or a 500 CZK monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation – whatever works best for them!
We reward your loyalty with Recharge: one extra month of leave for every five years worked.
We have negotiated savings on your behalf at O2, Air Bank, Makro, Home Credit and other vendors.
Professional growth is an essential part of our work—we actively support skill development, hands-on experience, and participation in exciting projects..
Annual all staff parties, fun teambuildings, sport events and our Fail Forward sessions – where we openly share lessons learned from projects to foster growth and innovation.
Our hiring process
Expect a concise hiring process focused on evaluating your fit through an application review, a skills interview, and a culture fit discussion. Our goal is to ensure clarity and feedback throughout.
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