Cibersecurity Lead

Astara: Global Mobility for a World on the Move 🚀

At Astara, we’ve been redefining mobility for over 40 years, connecting people with cutting-edge technology and staying one step ahead. Today, with operations in 19 countries, annual revenues exceeding 5 billion euros, and a diverse team of 3,000+ people from 50 nationalities, we lead the way in automotive distribution and innovative mobility services. We are committed to sustainability, offering environmentally friendly solutions for a cleaner and more responsible future.

Our portfolio goes far beyond vehicles: we offer flexible mobility solutions including ownership, subscription, and B2B/B2C services, all powered by our own digital platform. With a culture that values diversity and talent, Astara offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where you can grow and make an impact.

Are you ready to join a company driving the future of mobility? At Astara, your ideas and talent move us forward!

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Lead to collaborate closely with our CISO in implementing and driving cybersecurity strategies across Astara’s global operations. You have proven experience in managing cybersecurity at a global scale and are excited to help secure Astara’s growing presence. Your strategic mindset, combined with a hands-on approach, will allow you to tackle complex security challenges effectively. You thrive in a collaborative environment, value teamwork, and are eager to contribute to Astara’s success by protecting its assets and supporting its business objectives.

MAIN FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborate closely with the CISO to lead and manage global cybersecurity activities across all subsidiaries.
• Develop, enforce, and continuously improve robust cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and best practices, ensuring they are aligned with business needs.
• Supervise and enhance the performance of our Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring incidents are resolved swiftly, escalations are handled efficiently, and SLAs are met.
• Proactively monitor, assess, and mitigate information security risks, implementing continuous improvements in security measures.
• Provide expert guidance to various units across the company on cybersecurity-related matters.
• Define and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity dashboards (KPIs, SLAs, Security Index, etc.) for reporting and performance tracking.
• Lead initiatives to increase cybersecurity awareness across all levels of the organization, including employees, top management, and external partners.
• Oversee the cybersecurity of the supply chain, ensuring that vendors meet our security standards and compliance requirements.
• Manage and coordinate cybersecurity-related projects, audits, red team exercises, and ongoing security enhancements.
• Support the administrative functions of the cybersecurity team, including budget planning, procurement processes, and payment reviews.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in risk management or information security, or 6 years in IT-related roles such as system administration, software development, IT project management, etc.
• High proficiency in MS Office applications and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• High level of personal integrity and a strong commitment to safeguarding Astara’s security objectives.
• Fluent in Spanish (native) and professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CCSP, Security+, SSCP, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH.
• Familiarity with common information security management frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
• Experience with vendor negotiations and managing relationships with third-party security services.
• Expertise in Cloud computing, Elastic computing, and virtualized environments.

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