Head Cyber Controls — SIX Group
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
Full description
SIX drives the transformation of financial markets.
What sets us apart drives us ahead: between local roots and global relevance, we are a unique blend of tradition and future, of foundation and growth. We value bright minds and inspire them to grow with their ideas. Come and shape the future of finance with us.
Head Cyber Controls
Zurich, Madrid | Working from home up to 40% | Reference 8419
Do you want to shape how SIX proactively identifies and addresses cyber risk across its critical financial market infrastructure? As Head Cyber Controls, you will lead an international team of offensive security and cyber assurance specialists, driving independent technical testing, adversary simulation and Second Line oversight. Combining deep cybersecurity expertise with strategic and people leadership, you will translate complex technical risks into clear business priorities and decisions. Working closely with technology, business and security teams, senior management and external specialists, you will continuously strengthen the security posture and cyber resilience of SIX.
What you will do
- Lead and develop the international Cyber Controls team, setting strategy, priorities and methodologies.
- Own offensive security and technical assurance, including penetration testing, red/purple teaming, adversary simulation and vulnerability research.
- Lead regulatory and specialist security testing, including the Bug Bounty Program, TIBER\-EU and FINMA\-driven exercises.
- Provide independent Second Line challenge, translating technical findings into clear risks, remediation priorities and management decisions.
- Strengthen SIX’s cyber resilience by identifying emerging threats and partnering with senior management, technology, security, auditors and regulators.
What you will bring
- Extensive cybersecurity experience, particularly in offensive security, penetration testing and technical security assurance, with proven leadership experience.
- Strong technical expertise across applications, infrastructure, cloud, adversary techniques and vulnerability management.
- Hands-on knowledge and strong interest in AI Security and its application within offensive security.
- Strong leadership, judgement and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into business risks and decisions.
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience; certifications such as OSCP, OSEP or OSED are an advantage.
- Fluent English is required
- German or Spanish is a plus.
If you have any questions, check out our FAQ page or call German Lopez Arranz at +34 91 709 5771 .
For this vacancy we only accept direct applications in English.
Diversity is important to us. Therefore, we are looking to receiving applications regardless of any personal background.
Questions about this listing
What salary does SIX Group offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Zürich is CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by SIX Group. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does SIX Group offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with SIX Group during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Zürich's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at SIX Group?
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