Information Security Manager

Shape the Future of Security at one of the Fastest-Growing Tech Startups in Germany!

Are you passionate about building and scaling robust security in a dynamic tech environment? Do you thrive on taking ownership and working closely with Founders? If so, AppLike Group is looking for an Information Security Manager to join our talented team of 400+ people in Hamburg, Boston, Tokyo, and Singapore and help us secure our exciting growth journey.

At AppLike Group, we're building innovative mobile gaming and entertainment experiences that reach millions of users worldwide. We move fast, embrace new technologies, and value a collaborative, results-driven culture. As our Information Security Manager, you won't just be maintaining the status quo – you'll be a key player in shaping our security landscape from the ground up.

Your Role & Impact

• Drive our security strategy and roadmap: Develop and implement practical, scalable security policies and procedures that align with our rapid growth and business objectives.
• Architect and implement security solutions: Evaluate, deploy, and manage security tools and technologies that fit our evolving needs, with a focus on cloud security.
• Be the security champion: Proactively identify and mitigate security risks across our infrastructure, applications, and data.
• Be the go to person: manage stakeholders like internal and external auditors, certification companies, German authorities or similar
• Navigate the compliance landscape: Ensure we meet relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices in a pragmatic way.
• Empower our teams with security awareness: Foster a balanced security-first culture through engaging training and communication.
• Lead incident response efforts: Develop and execute effective plans to handle and learn from any security incidents.
• Collaborate closely with the IT Ops team: Integrate security seamlessly into our IT landscape and lifecycle.
• Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously research the latest threats and trends to keep our defences strong

Who you are:

• You have a solid understanding of information security principles and best practices, with 3+ years of relevant experience, e.g. gained in Big4, IT consulting or a fast-growing scale-up.
• You have successfully completed your studies, ideally in Business Informatics, Business Administration or a comparable field.
• You're familiar with cloud security (AWS) and the security challenges of modern web applications.
• You have a proven track record of implementing and managing security controls and technologies.
• You're comfortable with risk assessment, vulnerability management, and incident response processes.
• You're a strong communicator who can explain technical security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences at various levels.
• You're fluent in English and German (both need to be at least at the C1 level)
• Crucially, you have a proactive, hands-on mentality and are excited to build and shape security in a dynamic startup environment.

Fuel for the Journey: Benefits to Support Your Ambitions

• High Impact, Real Ownership: Be a key contributor to our success and see the direct impact of your work.
• Growth and Learning: Thrive in an environment that encourages learning, experimentation, and professional development.
• Flexible Work Culture: Enjoy flexible working hours and the option for hybrid work.
• Awesome Team: Join a diverse, international, and highly motivated team that loves what they do.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Central Location: Our office is located in the heart of Hamburg and comes with a kick-ass gym.
• And much more! (Think team events, snacks, drinks, and a fun work environment).

The Interview Process:

• 1st Interview with TA Manager
• 2nd Interview with VP Finance & Audit
• Case Study
• 3rd Interview with CTO/Co-CEO

Ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact? Apply now!

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and look forward to hearing from you!