Information Security & Innovation Assistant Manager (M/F/D)

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Information Security & Innovation Assistant Manager (M/F/D)

at Kia Italia in Milan, Italy

Kia is, together with its sister brand Hyundai, the fifth-largest automotive company in the world. Since its foundation in 1944, Kia has been a significant player in the booming automotive industry, not only in South Korea but worldwide. People drive KIA cars in about 180 countries.

At Kia, the best and brightest employees contribute their different perspectives and knowledge to innovative and creative mobility solutions. The company fully supports its workers through policies that outline clear goals that include a free and creative working environment. We offer all-out support to realize a creative corporate culture, one in which people can lead a happy work-life balance.

The Information Security & Innovation Assistant Manager will report to the People & Organization Director and be a key member of Kia Italia.

The Information Security & Innovation Assistant Manager will oversee the organization's security operation and manage the infrastructure protecting against in/out cyber threats while also facilitating the secure and strategic adoption of Artificial Intelligence.

This role includes the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures, the management of security audits, and the coordination of security measures with internal and external stakeholders.

The Information Security & Innovation Assistant Manager will lead incident response activities and security awareness training, as well as stay abreast of the latest security related legislation and technology. This role will ensure compliance with security regulations and best practices while identifying opportunities for AI-driven innovation, assessing risks, and guiding the organization in the safe and ethical implementation of AI technologies.

Your Mission: 

Planning of Information Security (20%)

• Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive local operational enterprise information security and IT risk management policy and program that is aligned with the European security strategy and maximises the common use of tools and solutions.

• Maintain constant two-way communication with European HQ to ensure timely aligned actions on common opportunities and threats.

• Provide guidance and counsel to the organization’s senior management, working closely with senior administration and the community in defining objectives for information security while building relationships and goodwill.

• Support privacy compliance activities such as privacy data lineage management and leakage prevention.

• Continuously search for security trends and chances for improvement.

Ensuring the Effectiveness of Security (50%)

• Manage security policy & document classification, conduct security awareness activities for team members to ensure proactive action and response to security events and risks.

• Collaborate with IT management, the legal department, and other stakeholders to manage security vulnerabilities.

• Conduct assessments of current IT security practices and systems and identify areas for improvement.

• Schedule and conduct periodic security audits for the organization and external entities, the service providers.

• Coordinate preparation for security audits including Kia HQ's.

• Drive a comprehensive incident response plan and breach protocol process, including drills.

• Ensure compliance with the changing laws and applicable regulations.

• Prepare and maintain regular reporting of KPIs for regional HQ.

Facilitating Artificial Intelligence Adoption  (30%)

• Support the company in identifying opportunities for AI adoption in key business processes.

• Assess risks and security implications related to the use of generative AI and machine learning tools.

• Collaborate with IT teams and business functions to ensure AI implementation aligns with security policies.

• Define guidelines for the secure and ethical use of AI within the company.

• Monitor the regulatory and technological landscape related to AI to provide strategic recommendations.

  
  

Your Talents:

Education:

• Ideally a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in an organization with mature security processes.

• 3 years of experience in Information Security field.

• At least 1 year of experience in cybersecurity roles, with exposure to AI-related projects or emerging technologies.

• Professional security management certification is desirable, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other similar credentials.

• Proven track record and experience in developing information security policies and procedures.

• Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and other network administration protocols.

Skills

• Must be proactive, self-motivated, and lead team to multiple concurrent solutions.

• Requires high-level organizational, planning, analytical, and technical skills.

• Excellent customer service ability and strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to assess systems, support operations and lead process improvement.

• Ability to manage external IT related vendors in the development and delivery of related products, programs, and services.

• Must be able to evaluate requests from business units and provide a recommended course of action to senior management. Must be able to work independently and execute responsibilities with a high degree of consistency and dependability.

• Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively as a part of a diverse team with multiple and complex objectives.

Some of the Benefits:

⏰ Flexible Hours

💻 Hybrid working (up to 2 days a week remote working)

🚗 Special Leasing Options for Kia vehicles

🎁 Complementary permits (birthday leave, family care permits …)

👶 Enhanced Paternity Leave

🍕 15€ meal voucher

📚 Subscription to LinkedIn Learning

🎉 Recreational activities for employees

Location:

Kia Italia Head Office is based in the Pharo building in Milan strategically located between Portello and CityLife in a vibrant, service-rich area. Pharo is a symbol of sustainability, featuring energy and water efficiency, reduced CO2 emissions, and high-quality indoor environments, earning the prestigious LEED Platinum certification. This alignment with sustainability underscores our dedication to a greener future, which is a core value of our company and is embodied in our headquarter.

The offer is addressed to people of both genders in compliance with Legislative Decree n. 198/2006.

The interested candidates should send a detailed resume providing explicit authorisation of Personal Data Treatment (GDPR - Regulation EU 679/2016). We also recommend to mention whether a work permit/visa to live and work in the country of recruitment is required.