Chief Information and Product Security Officer

Location:Brno, CZ, 617 00Praha, CZ, 148 00

Type of Employment: Hybrid - Full-time

Career Level: Director

Job Family: Cybersecurity

Date posted: Sep 1, 2025

We're the Yunex Traffic team, a global leader in intelligent traffic systems. We have been working on revolutionary technologies for the mobility of the future. We develop solutions for traffic management leading to greater traffic flow, safety, efficiency and environmental friendliness. The results of our work are perceived by the citizens in cities around the world.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Information and Product Security Officer to lead the cybersecurity department, covering both enterprise and product cybersecurity practices. The cybersecurity organization employs 10 direct reports operating from Germany, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, and the US.

What will be your responsibilities?

Shape the future of cybersecurity in intelligent traffic systems, leading a global team protecting both our enterprise and our products.

• Direct a team of 10 professionals across Germany, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, and the US.
• Define and deliver a cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and shareholder goals.
• Strengthen IT security frameworks, governance, KPIs, and compliance.
• Oversee risk assessments, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Ensure adherence to international standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, IEC
• Drive cloud security governance and secure product hosting.
• Embed security in the SDLC and DevSecOps practices.
• Lead product security testing, threat modeling, and hardening initiatives.
• Manage RFP security responses and customer security requirements.
• Coordinate with SOC, cloud, and security advisory service providers.
• Partner with risk management and shareholders on strategic initiatives.
• Report regularly to the Supervisory Board on security posture and regulations.
• Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, reviews, and development planning.

What do you need to qualify for the role?

• Excellent communication skills. Fluent in English (C1+).
• Proven ability to coordinate and communicate on director level in a multinational group.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or STEM areas.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in leadership and people management roles.
• Experience with regulations for operators of critical infrastructure and providers of digital products and services in the European Union, United States, and United Kingdom (e.g. NIS2 and Cyber Resilience Act).
• Clear understanding of main cybersecurity standards and frameworks such as the NIST CSF, ISO 27001, ISO 27005, IEC 26443, and IEC 62264.
• Experience with cloud and OT security.
• Knowledge and experience with DevSecOps and security testing methodologies such as Software Composition Analysis, Static Application Security Testing, and Dynamic Application Security Testing, Hardening.

Additional skills we value:

• German language is a plus.
• Understanding and experience in national implementations of NIS and NIS2 are a plus, e.g. in Germany and Austria.
• CISM, CISSP, or CCISO certifications.
• Knowledge and experience with agile and waterfall project management methodologies.

With joining us, among other things, you will get:

• Working on products that have a significant impact on people's daily lives.
• Up to 33 days of vacation.

• Working hours as you organize them (you should always be on call between 10 am and 2 pm).

• The opportunity to work from home for a better work-life balance

• Our company offers a flexible benefits plan through an online cafeteria system

Where can you find our offices? Near the metro station Chodov, Praha 4 or on Škrobárenská Street, Brno.

How do you apply?

We can only accept online applications.

About Us:

We are a global leader in intelligent transport systems with more than 3,500 passionate employees who pioneer, develop, create, install and maintain innovative road traffic and mobility solutions all over the world. We make our roads smarter, safer and greener. The work we do enables cities, highways authorities and infrastructure operators to create a new world of mobility and makes cities more livable for everyone. Our solutions range from traffic lights, tolling solutions and tunnel management to software, AI applications and the intelligent networking of all road users.

Our Commitment:

At Yunex Traffic, the uniqueness of our people is our strength. Our people are at the heart of what we do and every voice, perspective and contribution is valued. The future of mobility needs people who think down different tracks and we empower our people to transform cities all over the world. Join us and make a difference too.

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