Head of Cybersecurity Division

Job Posting Organization:
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the bank of the European Union, established in 195

• It plays a crucial role in financing projects that contribute to the EU's policy objectives. The EIB operates in over 160 countries and employs around 3,500 staff members. Its mission is to support sustainable investment in Europe and beyond, fostering economic growth and job creation while promoting environmental sustainability and social inclusion.

Job Overview:
As the Head of Cybersecurity Division at the EIB, you will be responsible for leading the bank's enterprise-wide cybersecurity and IT risk management strategy. This role requires a strong focus on safeguarding digital assets and ensuring secure, resilient IT operations. You will work closely with various business units to align security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security initiatives with strategic objectives, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices. The position demands a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks while fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. You will also be involved in developing and implementing cybersecurity policies, standards, and controls, ensuring compliance with banking regulations and frameworks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and shape the Cyber Security group function, overseeing all technical aspects of cybersecurity, including engineering, operations, monitoring, and architecture.
• Define and implement cybersecurity policies, standards, and controls, ensuring effective incident detection, response, and remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and anticipate emerging threats and technology trends, translating them into a strategic security roadmap and actionable improvements.
• Oversee Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery frameworks, ensuring risk assessments, testing, and crisis response plans are in place to maintain the resilience of critical banking services.
• Manage the Identity and Access Management (IAM) function, ensuring secure and compliant access to data and systems, including privileged access monitoring and periodic recertification.
• Ensure IT compliance and risk alignment, coordinating with internal stakeholders and regulators to maintain a robust control environment.
• Build and inspire a high-performing cybersecurity team, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and a culture of security awareness across the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• A university degree (minimum equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in computer science, information technology, or business administration.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in the IT function, particularly in the security domain, ideally within international financial institutions or the private sector.
• Proven ability to manage and coach people, ideally in multicultural environments or international organizations, including experience in team resource allocation, performance assessment, and task delegation.
• Very good knowledge of IT security practices, principles, relevant standards, and current best practices.
• Certification as a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree, preferably in a field related to computer science, information technology, or business administration. This educational background is essential for understanding the technical and managerial aspects of cybersecurity and IT risk management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the IT sector, with a strong emphasis on security. Ideal candidates will have experience working in international financial institutions or the private sector, demonstrating a deep understanding of cybersecurity challenges and solutions. Experience in managing teams and coaching individuals in a multicultural environment is also highly valued.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and/or French is required, with a good command of the other language. Knowledge of additional EU languages would be considered an advantage. Proficiency is defined as achieving level 5 of the Inter Institutional language courses, corresponding to B1.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position at grade 7, and the EIB offers a permanent contract. The role requires regular office presence at the Luxembourg headquarters, and the bank provides relocation support for successful candidates. The EIB is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their background. The deadline for applications is set for 12th September 2025.