Information Security Officer

Driven by a strong environmental approach, the Knauf Industries group is specialized in foam molding, plastic injection, extrusion and thermoforming.

Our products package, protect and insulate, to best meet our customers' expectations.

We are active in the food, automotive, construction, household appliances, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and industrial markets. We are established in 8 countries on 38 sites and have more than 2000 employees.

We are looking for employees who share our values: Partnership, Commitment, Entrepreneurship and Menschlichkeit (Humanity).

We have an ambitious Corporate Social Responsibility policy which is at the heart of our strategy and confirms our commitment to Humanity and Sustainable Development.

Knauf Industries is committed to fostering a non-discriminatory work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.

As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

KNAUF INDUSTRIES is looking for an Information Security Officer.

Responsible for IT risk management for the entire Knauf Industries division, you will guarantee the security of information systems and the protection of sensitive data against cyber-attacks.

This position, at the crossroads of technology and strategic challenges, requires a long-term vision and the ability to anticipate emerging risks.

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

What you will be doing:

• Implement the Group's security strategy
• Develop and maintain information security rules, controls and procedures within Knauf Industries
• Be the main contact for information security issues, raising awareness and training teams
• Implement and maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and the Information Risk Management System (ISRM)
• Draw up and update local information security regulations
• Ensure compliance with internal and external information security regulatory requirements and coordinate local information security audits and assessments
• Lead and advise on the implementation of information security controls
• Report regularly to management and the Knauf Group on the current situation and potential incidents.

The profile we are looking for:

You have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in IT, cybersecurity, or information systems, and more than 7 years of experience in similar roles.

You are familiar with security standards and have a good understanding of business processes. You are able to anticipate and react quickly in case of security incidents. Given the strategic importance of cybersecurity, the ISO must be able to simplify technical subjects and present them in a manner comprehensible at all organizational levels. Your leadership and communication skills will be essential. You are fluent in English (B2 / C1) and can lead discussions on complex subjects (technical English). German is a plus.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and want to take on a new challenge?

We will provide:

Security: Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family business.

Flexibility: 35 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexible working hours with a broad time window for flexible work, and weekly home office days.

Health: Corporate health management

Feel Welcome: Individual onboarding days, company and team events, and a positive working atmosphere in an international, inspiring, and dynamic work environment.

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process, therefore, we are committed to responding to all applications within a few days.