Senior Cyber Security Consultant

• Type of contract: Full-time
• Place of work: Hlavní město Praha, Czech Republic

Meet the guys you might work with

We are Cyber Security in EmbedIT, we are the ones that shape the landscape of Information Security for our customers, primarily for the Home Credit Group, SKODA Group, ITIS Group, PPF itself and selected companies in the PPF Group as well as for other unaffiliated partners. Our responsibility is to navigate the complex regulatory environment of various, primarily financial, institutions across the globe, and ensure that requirements are transformed into day-to-day realities, monitoring their fulfilment, identifying threats, and responding to them accordingly.

Your future role

As a Senior Cyber Security Consultant, you'll be involved in setting up processes, conducting IT assessments, and providing consultation in various Cyber Security areas. You will work on a range of projects, both internal and external, with clients from multiple nations. You'll independently lead mid-sized projects from start to end and manage a small team of approximately 5 people, helping your colleagues along their career paths and supporting them in defining their development goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive IT risk assessments and security evaluations
• Develop and implement security processes, policies and standards
• Conduct IT Risk Assessments for various clients
• Business Continuity Management (development of Business Continuity strategies and plans)
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards
• Provide expert consultation on governance, risk management and compliance
• Support team performance and support the career development of team members
• Participation in business development activities

Your experience and skills

• At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, GRC, or related fields
• Strong understanding of IT standards (ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT)
• Knowledge of IT regulations for financial institutions (NIS 2, DORA, Czech Cyber Act, GDPR, PCI DSS, EBA Guidelines)
• Experience creating IT documentation and defining processes
• Consulting experience and ability to conduct GRC assessments
• Strong orientation to customers, independence and proactivity expected
• Experience with people leadership and coaching within a small team
• Strong analytical and coordination skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multicultural environment
• General IT knowledge to communicate with technical and business teams
• An advanced level of English and Czech/Slovak is a must

What is a plus

• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CISM, CompTIA Security+, etc.)
• Experience with IT awareness campaigns
• Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends
• Project management certification or experience
• Additional language skills beyond English
• Experience with international client projects

Join EmbedIT family and enjoy

• Motivating yearly bonus
• 5 weeks of paid vacation
• 5 days of Personal time off
• Meal allowances
• Contribution to the pension scheme or DIP - Long-Term Investment Product
• Access to premium healthcare or a monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation
• Complimentary tea and subsidized coffee
• Relax room & games room
• Possible internal growth
• Loyalty and referral bonuses

Our company is a dynamic fusion of innovation, skill, and vision, dedicated to transforming industries through technology. In this landscape, your unique talents and perspective are the keys to our collective success, contributing to groundbreaking solutions and strategies. Here, you're not just a part of the team; you're a vital contributor to a journey of continuous improvement and exceptional results. Join us, and let's shape the future together, where your growth is an integral part of our shared story.

What do we expect?

• Strong technical proficiency and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
• Adaptability to rapidly changing environments
• A customer-focused approach to solutions
• Continuous learning and self-improvement mindset
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines

Who are we looking for?

• Innovative problem-solvers with a passion for technology
• Team players dedicated to collaborative success
• Individuals with a continuous learning and growth mindset
• Detail-oriented professionals with a focus on excellence
• Adaptable personalities ready to thrive in a dynamic environment

Our benefits are designed to help you go further in multiple aspects of your life, recognising and rewarding you for the value you bring to EmbedIT and our clients.

Time off

Everyone is entitled to 5 weeks of paid holiday per year. Plus up to 5 days of personal time off for personal illness or illness of immediate family member.

Meal contribution

While you're at work, we make your meals more affordable. Of the meals you buy at any of our office locations, EmbedIT pays 55% of what you spend.

Flexible work

Our core working hours are from 9:00 to 15:00 daily, but how early you start or how late you work, is up to you. Our hybrid setup includes the option of working from your home.

Pension Insurance or Long-term Investment product

Everyone is entitled to a pension insurance allowance of CZK 2,000 per month.

Health & Care

Our people have access to premium healthcare or a 500 CZK monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation – whatever works best for them

Recharge by PPF

We reward your loyalty with Recharge: one extra month of leave for every five years worked.

Discount programmes

We have negotiated savings on your behalf at O2, Air Bank, Makro, Home Credit and other vendors.

Personal growth

Professional growth is an essential part of our work—we actively support skill development, hands-on experience, and participation in exciting projects..

Other cool things you can expect

Annual all staff parties, fun teambuildings, sport events and our Fail Forward sessions – where we openly share lessons learned from projects to foster growth and innovation.