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AXA XL · 17 hours ago

Chief Security Officer

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$330K/yr - $375K/yr

AXA XL is a global company known for solving complex risks. The Chief Security Officer is responsible for operational resilience, cyber protection, and physical protection processes, overseeing effective controls related to security for the organization.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of the Security Operating Model at AXA XL as agreed between Group CSO and the entity. Act as a key advisor to AXA XL’s senior management on security matters, including Information Security, Operational Resilience, Physical Security and Health & Safety (e.g., security risk management, cybersecurity, security control, monitoring, information privacy, operations, identity access management, security architecture, forensics, physical security and operational resilience)

Responsible for AXA XL's regulatory environment to ensure compliance with NYDFS, CFIUS, HIPAA, GDPR, DORA, AI Act etc

Responsible for defining, implementing and monitoring all Group security requirements for overall physical/health/travel/safety. Identifying/analyzing risks and recommending appropriate options or corrective measures if needed be. Ensures the achievement of the security targets set for AXA XL by Group Security

Define AXA XL Security strategy and standards for the company

Lead compliance & implementation of Security strategy and policy ensuring alignment with the business strategy

Serve as the executive representative to the Boards and relevant subcommittees materials (e.g., Risk, Audit, Technology, ESG) on global security, safety, and resilience matters

Drive cultural and organizational change to promote a culture of security and enhanced awareness to ensure sustainable security practice

Maintain an understanding of emerging technology, risks and industry trends. Assess the impact on the business environment and recommend appropriate mitigation actions or the prioritization of projects and investments

Develop strategies to identify security risks associated with control gap effectiveness and mitigate critical risks

Evolve the CSO Operating Model as needed to create a more agile unit which leverages modern IT practices such as AI, Automation & Standardization. Implement continuous improvement processes and activities (e.g., good practices, reporting, problem resolution) to ensure quality and relevance of security services. Managing the skills and competency development of CSO colleagues including training development and knowledge management capabilities

Develop, track and control AXA XL’s security budgets (required to invest, build and run security) in agreement with AXA XL’s LT and the Corporate CSO

Qualification

Cyber SecurityOperational ResilienceRisk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCrisis ManagementInformation SecurityHealth & SafetyStrategic VisionGlobal Risk IntelligenceProfessional CertificationsEthical LeadershipCrisis Decision-MakingCross-cultural AgilityLeading Teams

Required

Extensive progressive leadership experience in global corporate security, risk management or IT security

Proven experience leading multi-country operations with exposure to both physical and IT/ Cybersecurity domains / Crisis Management & Operational Resilience with a preference in the insurance sector

Keen understanding of global regulatory environments, health & safety frameworks, and data protection laws (i.e., SOX, DORA, NYDFS, HIPAA, PIPL, CSL & DSL)

Strategic Vision & Board-Level Influence: articulates security priorities that enable business resilience and board confidence

Global Risk Intelligence: anticipates threats across geopolitical, technological (i.e., AI) and environmental domains

Ethical Leadership & Integrity: maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance and trust

Crisis Decision-Making: operates calmly and resolvedly under pressure

Cross-cultural agility: navigates diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes effectively

Leading teams: Instills a robust culture of accountability by setting clear goals, empowering and developing teams and breaking down silos to foster collaboration across teams to achieve organizational objectives consistently

Preferred

Preferred professional certifications for Information security like CISSP/CISM/ CRISC.., Business Continuity Industry certifications like MBCI, DRII.. and/or Physical/ Health and Safety Security CPP, PSP

Benefits

Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements

Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits

Competitive retirement savings plan

Health and wellness programs

Wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues

Company

AXA XL

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We are a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance offering innovative risk management solutions for businesses worldwide.

Hamilton, Hamilton, BMU

10001+ employees

https://axaxl.com

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