Security Chapter Lead

Company Description

Sopra Steria is Europe’s leading digital solutions provider, employing over 56,000
employees in 30 countries. We provide tailored, end-to-end corporate technology
and software solutions. We leverage our digital tools and market expertise to help
our clients make bold choices and deliver results. Our commitment to innovation,
collaboration and value in business development is why we’re the preferred
technology partner of Europe’s most successful companies. The world is how we
shape it, so let’s shape it together.

**Job Description**:
We are seeking an experienced Security Chapter Lead & Head of Security Office to lead our security strategy, governance, and operations across a consortium-based matrix organization. You will be responsible for ensuring the security of IT infrastructure, systems, and data, while embedding security into all aspects of operations and development.

We’re inviting a new colleague to join our team of 10, embedded within a European program that brings together more than 300 professionals. If you’re looking for a role where your ideas matter, your work contributes to real European outcomes, and your growth is supported by a diverse network, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the organization’s security strategy, roadmap, and governance framework.
- Lead and organize the Security Office, collaborating with cross-functional squads and chapters.
- Establish and enforce security policies, standards, and compliance with regulations.
- Drive security architecture, engineering, and adoption of security-by-design principles.
- Oversee security awareness, training programs, and promote a culture of security-first thinking.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual security requirements.
- Lead security operations, monitoring, and incident response, including the Security Incident Response Team.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (CISSP, CISM, CISA preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in information security, covering strategy, governance, operations, and compliance.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST CSF, CIS Controls, OWASP Top 10).
- Proven leadership of cross-functional security teams in complex environments.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.

Additional Information

As a member of one of Europe’s largest digital solutions providers, you’ll benefit from extensive career development opportunities, both local and international. At the Sopra Steria Academy, you’ll be part of a dynamic network of 56,000 professionals at all stages of their careers. With a wide array of offices to explore, you can find your ideal location and take the next step in your career.

We offer a generous employee benefits package that includes:

- Access to our Sopra Steria training and personal development academy
- A company car lease or mobility budget
- A company laptop and mobile phone
- Private health insurance coverage
- Meal vouchers
- Social security and pension plan
- A competitive salary
- 26 holiday days

Sopra Steria is implementing the tools of the future today at the world’s largest businesses across industry and financial services. By being bold together, our professionals are changing how business is done.
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- Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, ancestry, nationality, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences._