Local Information Security Officer

About the role

ESET is looking for a Local Information Security Officer (LISO) to become the key security leader for our offices in Czech Republic and Germany. In this role, you will implement ESET's global security strategy, ensure compliance with international standards and local regulations, and act as the go to expert for information security, risk, and business continuity topics. Job description This is a perfect opportunity for experienced security officer who can operate indepedently , cover broad range of security topics and thrives cross-team international collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Strategy, Governance & Leadership
• Implement and maintain the local information security strategy aligned with ESET HQ.
• Act as the primary security expert and point of contact for local teams and leadership.
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Regularly identify and assess security assets and risks in line with HQ standards, including those related to internal assets and third-party suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (ISO 27000 series, ISO 22301, NIST 800-53 & CSF).
• Perform the duties of a cybersecurity manager under NIS2 where applicable and act as contact for supervisory authorities.
• Operational Security
• Perform risk assessments, BIA/BCP/DRP creation and testing, security awareness activities, and oversee security technologies and processes.
• Coordinate security and business continuity incidents, ensure structured lessons learned, and manage access including exception approvals.
• Approve security-relevant IT requests and design procedures for handling such requests.
• You will be the local security leader, acting as the primary expert for information security issues.
• No direct staff management, but strong influence and leadership are required.
• Decisions in this role can impact multiple offices or even a whole region in case of a major incident.

Requirements

• Ideally 7+ years in information security, or with preferrably 2+ years in security management.
• Preferred certifications: CISM, CISSP, CRISC, GISP/GSOM/GSLC/GSTRT, SCISO.
• Technical & Professional Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of: ISO 2700, NIST SP 800-53, NIST CSF
• Understanding of laws (NIS2) and regulations related to information security.
• Deep insight into threats, attacks, vulnerabilities, and IT/physical security principles.
• Solid risk management and business continuity expertise.
• Ability to work with MS Office, Jira, Confluence, and structured documentation.
• Good knowledge of security controls and security technology landscape.
• Languages
• English - C1
• Czech/Slovak - C1
• German (advantage)
• Managerial & Personal Skills
• Ability to explain security topics to nontechnical audiences and executives.
• Ability to communicate deeply and precisely with IT and security experts.
• Comfortable communicating with auditors, regulators, and inspectors.
• Skilled in planning and coordinating cross team activities (budget, timelines, goals).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Social intelligence, learning agility, service orientation.
• Strong decision making and adaptability.
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