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AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Chief Security Officer US, UK, France
The Chief Security Officer is responsible for operational resilience, cyber protection and physical protection processes, framework and strategies. The role holder oversees the first line of delivery, execution and implementation of effective controls related to operational resilience, cyber security, physical security and health & safety for a global company. This role combines strategic foresight, operational excellence and cultural agility to protect AXA XL in an increasingly complex risk landscape.
Moreover, the Chief Security Officer is a member of the AXA Group Security Leadership team and plays an active role in the overall AXA Security transformation journey. The role holder will have a dual reporting line to AXA XL’s Leadership management member and the AXA Group Chief Security Officer.
What you’ll be doing
Lead the implementation of the Security Operating Model at AXA XL as agreed between Group CSO and the entity. Act as a key advisor to AXA XL’s senior management on security matters, including information security, operational resilience, physical security and health & safety (e.g., security risk management, cybersecurity, security control, monitoring, information privacy, operations, identity access management, security architecture, forensics, physical security and operational resilience).
Responsible for AXA XL's regulatory environment to ensure compliance with NYDFS, CFIUS, HIPAA, GDPR, DORA, AI Act etc.
Define, implement and monitor all Group security requirements for overall physical/health/travel/safety. Identify/analyze risks and recommend appropriate options or corrective measures if needed. Ensure the achievement of the security targets set for AXA XL by Group Security.
Define AXA XL Security strategy and standards for the company.
Lead compliance & implementation of Security strategy and policy ensuring alignment with the business strategy.
Serve as the executive representative to the Boards and relevant subcommittees materials (e.g., Risk, Audit, Technology, ESG) on global security, safety, and resilience matters.
Drive cultural and organizational change to promote a culture of security and enhanced awareness to ensure sustainable security practice.
Maintain an understanding of emerging technology, risks and industry trends. Assess the impact on the business environment and recommend appropriate mitigation actions or the prioritization of projects and investments.
Develop strategies to identify security risks associated with control gap effectiveness and mitigate critical risks.
Evolve the CSO Operating Model as needed to create a more agile unit which leverages modern IT practices such as AI, Automation & Standardization. Implement continuous improvement processes and activities (e.g., best practices, reporting, problem resolution) to ensure quality and relevance of security services. Manage the skills and competency development of CSO colleagues including training development and knowledge management capabilities.
Develop, track and control AXA XL’s security budgets (required to invest, build and run security) in agreement with AXA XL’s LT and the Corporate CSO.
What you’ll bring
Extensive progressive leadership experience in global corporate security, risk management or IT security.
Proven experience leading multi-country operations with exposure to both physical and IT/Cybersecurity domains / crisis management & operational resilience with a preference in the insurance sector.
Keen understanding of global regulatory environments, health & safety frameworks, and data protection laws (e.g., SOX, DORA, NYDFS, HIPAA, PIPL, CSL & DSL).
Preferred professional certifications for information security like CISSP/CISM/CRISC, business continuity industry certifications like MBCI, DRII and/or physical/health and safety security CPP, PSP.
Strategic Vision & board-level influence: articulates security priorities that enable business resilience and board confidence.
Global risk intelligence: anticipates threats across geopolitical, technological (e.g., AI) and environmental domains.
Ethical leadership & integrity: maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance and trust.
Crisis decision-making: operates calmly and resolutely under pressure.
Cross-cultural agility: navigates diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes effectively.
Leading teams: instills a robust culture of accountability by setting clear goals, empowering and developing teams and breaking down silos to foster collaboration across teams to achieve organizational objectives consistently.
What we offer Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.
Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
Robust support for flexible working arrangements.
Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits.
Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index.
Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter.
Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
For more information, see axaxl.com/sustainability.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $330,000 to $375,000 USD.
AXA XL is a global company. The salary range noted above is applicable only for U.S. applicants. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location.
Who we are
AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, we empower top client service across all our lines of business — property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Chief Security Officer US, UK, France
The Chief Security Officer is responsible for operational resilience, cyber protection and physical protection processes, framework and strategies. The role holder oversees the first line of delivery, execution and implementation of effective controls related to operational resilience, cyber security, physical security and health & safety for a global company. This role combines strategic foresight, operational excellence and cultural agility to protect AXA XL in an increasingly complex risk landscape.
Moreover, the Chief Security Officer is a member of the AXA Group Security Leadership team and plays an active role in the overall AXA Security transformation journey. The role holder will have a dual reporting line to AXA XL’s Leadership management member and the AXA Group Chief Security Officer.
What you’ll be doing
Lead the implementation of the Security Operating Model at AXA XL as agreed between Group CSO and the entity. Act as a key advisor to AXA XL’s senior management on security matters, including information security, operational resilience, physical security and health & safety (e.g., security risk management, cybersecurity, security control, monitoring, information privacy, operations, identity access management, security architecture, forensics, physical security and operational resilience).
Responsible for AXA XL's regulatory environment to ensure compliance with NYDFS, CFIUS, HIPAA, GDPR, DORA, AI Act etc.
Define, implement and monitor all Group security requirements for overall physical/health/travel/safety. Identify/analyze risks and recommend appropriate options or corrective measures if needed. Ensure the achievement of the security targets set for AXA XL by Group Security.
Define AXA XL Security strategy and standards for the company.
Lead compliance & implementation of Security strategy and policy ensuring alignment with the business strategy.
Serve as the executive representative to the Boards and relevant subcommittees materials (e.g., Risk, Audit, Technology, ESG) on global security, safety, and resilience matters.
Drive cultural and organizational change to promote a culture of security and enhanced awareness to ensure sustainable security practice.
Maintain an understanding of emerging technology, risks and industry trends. Assess the impact on the business environment and recommend appropriate mitigation actions or the prioritization of projects and investments.
Develop strategies to identify security risks associated with control gap effectiveness and mitigate critical risks.
Evolve the CSO Operating Model as needed to create a more agile unit which leverages modern IT practices such as AI, Automation & Standardization. Implement continuous improvement processes and activities (e.g., best practices, reporting, problem resolution) to ensure quality and relevance of security services. Manage the skills and competency development of CSO colleagues including training development and knowledge management capabilities.
Develop, track and control AXA XL’s security budgets (required to invest, build and run security) in agreement with AXA XL’s LT and the Corporate CSO.
What you’ll bring
Extensive progressive leadership experience in global corporate security, risk management or IT security.
Proven experience leading multi-country operations with exposure to both physical and IT/Cybersecurity domains / crisis management & operational resilience with a preference in the insurance sector.
Keen understanding of global regulatory environments, health & safety frameworks, and data protection laws (e.g., SOX, DORA, NYDFS, HIPAA, PIPL, CSL & DSL).
Preferred professional certifications for information security like CISSP/CISM/CRISC, business continuity industry certifications like MBCI, DRII and/or physical/health and safety security CPP, PSP.
Strategic Vision & board-level influence: articulates security priorities that enable business resilience and board confidence.
Global risk intelligence: anticipates threats across geopolitical, technological (e.g., AI) and environmental domains.
Ethical leadership & integrity: maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance and trust.
Crisis decision-making: operates calmly and resolutely under pressure.
Cross-cultural agility: navigates diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes effectively.
Leading teams: instills a robust culture of accountability by setting clear goals, empowering and developing teams and breaking down silos to foster collaboration across teams to achieve organizational objectives consistently.
What we offer Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.
Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
Robust support for flexible working arrangements.
Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits.
Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index.
Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter.
Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
For more information, see axaxl.com/sustainability.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $330,000 to $375,000 USD.
AXA XL is a global company. The salary range noted above is applicable only for U.S. applicants. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location.
Who we are
AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, we empower top client service across all our lines of business — property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr