Team Leader of IT Security
IT Security Specialist Employment Team Leadership • Cyber security • IT Security • Network Security • Firewall • WAF • PKI • HSM • CLM • Network Security Architecture • Infrastructure Medior Brno • Prague 110 000 - 130 000 CZK per month
1 Company Description Our client is part of one of the largest insurance groups in the Czech market. Its internal IT consists of hundreds of specialists, and all development and operations are carried out directly in the Czech Republic, without reliance on a foreign headquarters.
It manages the complete IT for several insurance companies within the group and has its own development center with approximately two hundred developers. The main project is a new core system for the group's insurance companies, which is being developed from scratch by its own resources.
In addition, integration platforms (Kafka, Camunda 8, WSO2 API management) are being developed, data centers are being modernized, and the transition to the cloud (Kubernetes, Azure, DevOps, observability) is ongoing.
The client also places a strong emphasis on automation and AI. Additionally, an international competence center for IT Asset Management is based in Prague, serving the entire group. It is a stable financial institution with long-term projects, the results of which are directly visible in the Czech market.
2 Where and on what will you be working? Management and development of a team that ensures operational IT security for an insurance group in the Czech Republic.
Active participation in the design of security solutions (in collaboration with the Security Department), their implementation in practice, and ensuring subsequent operation. Defining the vision and concept for the further development of security technologies and processes in the area of operational security.
Daily communication with colleagues across the entire IT department, collaboration on solution design, and evaluation of its results. Setting priorities, processes, and team development in the area of operational security. Responsibility for the availability and reliability of the operated security technologies.
3 Requirements
Experience in team leadership for at least 2 years. At least 3 years of experience in the field of cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, networks, or a related technical role.
Ability to actively communicate with colleagues across IT. Fluent knowledge of Czech/Slovak language and also knowledge of English at a level suitable for working with technical resources.
Knowledge of network technologies, firewalls, WAF, certificates, and keys (PKI, HSM, CLM). General knowledge of system, network, infrastructure security, and principles of security architecture.
4 What will be the advantage for you? Experience with DDoS attack protection Experience with PAM, EPM, XDR technologies Familiarity with security standards and regulatory requirements for the financial sector (e.g. DORA, GDPR, PCI-DSS)
5 What can you look forward to? 33 days of paid leave per year (25 days of vacation + 5 free days + 2 charity days + 1 day for care) Flexible working hours + the option for partial remote work Contributions to pension insurance (up to 1,000 CZK per month) and life insurance (up to 3,150 CZK per month) Free travel insurance Discounts on our products and the products of our partners 18,000 CZK per year for the benefits program (sports, relaxation, culture, and more) MultiSport card for 450 CZK per month, corporate sports events Meal allowance of 170 CZK per day - in Prague, we have our own cafeteria, bistro, and café CAREy – psychological support hotline for employees and family members Personal development (courses and webinars, coaching and mentoring), our own art gallery at our headquarters in Prague Above-standard healthcare (preventive programs, vaccinations, company psychologist, massages) We will reward you with up to 20,000 CZK for referring a new colleague Discounted annual membership for Nextbike bicycles We offer a working environment in our offices located in Karlín, Prague Employee mobile tariff, work phone, and laptop are a given