
Senior Information Security Officer
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Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Information Security, IT Security, or a related GRC role within a B2B tech or SaaS environment
- Proven experience operating and improving an ISMS aligned to ISO 27001, including policy development, risk assessments, internal audits, and certification maintenance
- Working knowledge of additional regulatory and compliance frameworks — SOC 2, DORA, and NIS 2
- Solid understanding of IT security fundamentals: authentication, endpoint security, encryption, network basics
- Good technical competence across multiple operating systems (macOS, Windows, Linux)
- Experience coordinating with external auditors, certification bodies, and regulators
- Fluent German and English — mandatory due to regular engagement with German-speaking customers, auditors, and regulators
- Ability to articulate complex security and compliance topics clearly to diverse audiences (engineers, customers, auditors, leadership)
- Strong documentation skills with attention to accuracy, consistency, and audit-readiness
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🏠 Cost of Living in Munich
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Strong savings potential: You could save €1,492 monthly, which is €17,904 per year.
💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Munich. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.
Eligible for the EU Blue Card
A salary of €78,006 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).
The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.
Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)
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📍 Life in Munich
About Munich
- •Tech hub with strong startup ecosystem
- •Excellent public services
- •Close to Alps
Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters with snow
- •Warm summers
- •Close to Alps
Safety
- •Safest major city in Germany
- •Very low violent crime
- •Occasional pickpocketing
Healthcare
- •World-class hospitals
- •Short wait times
- •Comprehensive coverage
Culture
- •Rich arts scene
- •World-famous museums
- •Strong music tradition
Nightlife
- •Vibrant beer gardens
- •Clubs
- •Cultural events
Recreation
- •Parks
- •English Garden
- •Alps nearby
Cost of Living
- •Most expensive city in Germany
- •High salaries compensate somewhat
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Munich-based AI-powered AML, transaction monitoring, screening and fraud-prevention SaaS for banks, fintechs, neobanks, payment companies, and crypto platforms. In Jan 2026 launched Analytics Studio for AI-driven fraud/AML; uses explainable ML to cut false positives. Rebranded from HAWK:AI.
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