Information Security Unit Lead

AXA Group As one of the world’s leading insurance companies, AXA serves 93 million customers with more than 145,000 employees in 51 countries. With its mission of acting for human progress by protecting what matters, its people strategy, “Care & Dare”, ensures that what is valuable to employees, customers, and society is protected with an empathetic approach; by fostering innovation, courage, and a development-oriented mindset. By evolving from a claim payer into a true customer partner, AXA helps people see the future with confidence, not risk; continuously advancing its technologies with a commitment to shaping the future of insurance, fighting climate change, improving access to healthcare services, supporting economic development, and contributing to the production of scientific knowledge. AXA Türkiye As AXA Türkiye, united by the One AXA spirit and recognized for its bold moves in the industry, our culture is built on thinking differently, pursuing innovation, and putting people at the center. Guided by the belief that everyone at AXA has talent — each with their own potential — our AXA Employee Experience Journey is fundamentally shaped by talent management. Through our human resources strategy—which we define as a holistic approach to talent, placing the employee at the center of the entire journey—we provide a personalized experience for everyone. With practices that simplify, digitalize, and enhance employee experience, we support our people in discovering their strengths, realizing their potential, taking ownership of their development, shaping their work and careers, and progressing confidently with the pride of being part of AXA. Aligned with our talent acquisition strategy that states “We hire for AXA, not for the position,” our goal is not only to meet the human resource needs we search for, but also we grow with people who embrace leadership at every level and shape their own career paths — nurturing leaders from within our own organization. At AXA Türkiye, we create inclusive environments where everyone feels they truly belong, regardless of gender, race, age, or other differences. We foster a working culture that enriches diversity and overcomes challenges together; we offer opportunities that allow each employee to contribute to society, the environment, and their own personal development. From the very beginning of our recruitment processes, we adopt an unbiased approach to ensure everyone is evaluated with equal opportunities. Are you ready to get to know us better on this journey where sustainable development and growth open new doors — and where you can set your own pace and direction? Competencies We Expect in Our New Team Member Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or a related field Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Security, Information Technology, IT Risk Management, Internal Control, and Audit functions Solid knowledge of cybersecurity risks, security architectures, identity and access management, network security, and security operations Preferably holding one or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, and/or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Lead Implementer Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skillsExcellent planning and organizational abilities Hands-on experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and vulnerability scanning tools Ability to effectively follow English-language resources and communicate professionally in an English-speaking business environment Strong influencing and persuasion skills, with the ability to manage resistance and drive alignment across stakeholders Must have valid work permit in Turkey Areas Where You Will Create Impact Shape and evolve the corporate information security strategy in alignment with business objectives Actively contribute to security governance frameworks and decision-making processes Ensure the sustainable compliance of security practices with international standards such as ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS Drive the implementation and oversight of security requirements related to KVKK, GDPR, and other relevant regulatory frameworks Manage audit processes and ensure timely remediation of findings in line with business priorities Maintain active communication with executive management and governance committees on information security matters Lead vulnerability management and security risk monitoring processes, and regularly report security metrics and performance indicators Assess security requirements and risks throughout project lifecycles, ensuring appropriate controls are embedded from the outset What We Offer at AXA Türkiye • Performance-Based Bonus • Employer-Contributed Private Pension System • Employee Discounted Share Purchase Program (Shareplan) • Private Health Insurance including psychological support coverage • Life Insurance • Supplementary Health Insurance for spouses and children • Discounted OSS and TSS for mothers and fathers • Discounted auto, home, and personal accident insurance • Transportation support or shuttle • Meal Card • “Your Choice” Flexible Benefits Program • AXA Competency Academy (AYA) ⚕️ Within our holistic Health and Well-being Program “Take Care of Yourself” we offer: medical check-ups for employees aged 40 and above, digital medical check-ups, home care services, AXA independent living support, AXA doctor consultation line, Employee Assistance Program (Psychological Counseling, Dental, Mini Check-Up, Psychiatric Treatments, and Supportive Health Services). ⏳ Under our ‘Waits For You!’ platform, designed to support work–life balance, we provide additional support to our colleagues through a variety of leave types such as Birthday, “Take Care of Yourself”, Marriage, Report Card Day, Moving, Hourly Leave, Child Illness, Maternity and Paternity Leave. Additionally: • Flexibility for Mothers: Remote work until the baby turns 1 year old after maternity leave • Flexibility for New Parents: A half-day off each week for up to six months after returning from parental leave • Work From Home With Your New Pet: 3 days of remote work when adopting a new pet to support their adjustment. ✅ To create an innovative, flexible, and simple working environment, we bring together all our flexible practices under the “YES!” umbrella—such as Work Anywhere, Flexible Working Hours, Summer Flexibility, Year-End Break, and Your Time—ensuring a working model that supports work-life balance. Join AXA Türkiye and make your mark on your career journey by setting your own direction and pace 🚀 Visit our career website to learn more about AXA!