Security Technology Expert

About the job

Become part of a global team that designs and delivers tangible IT to protect AXAs customer data and systems, in a hyper hybrid cloud environment, flirting with AI.

Job Purpose

Cyber Defense has a broad portfolio of technology security services to protect the business.

Security Design Lead responsibilities

As a Security Design Lead you will:

• Be at the center of security design, shaping how our technology defends systems and customer data around the globe.
• Collaborate with product managers, SMEs, and diverse stakeholders to deliver cohesive, risk‑aware security solutions.
• Play a pivotal role in translating complex security requirements into real‑world concrete solutions.
• Take a lead role in designing and integrating cyber defense in migration projects.
• Serve as the cyber defense focal point for product teams and business stakeholders.
• Prepare and present deliverables for the Design Authority and Architecture Boards.
• Evaluate design options and defend chosen approaches.
• Align and persuade stakeholders across Product and Technology Office on design & architecture decisions.
• Conduct market studies to inform decisions.
• Evaluate vendors in RFI/RFP processes.
• Lead proofs‑of‑concept initiatives for new solutions with product teams.
• Become the Security Design and Technology deputy.

Main missions

Your responsibilities include:

• Design and architecture of cyber defense products.
• Produce design artifacts (diagrams, high‑level designs, etc.).
• Collaborate with product teams to define short‑term and long‑term roadmaps.
• Coordinate with security teams to ensure cyber defense supports and enforces security.
• Provide technical guidance on migration‑related challenges and architectural changes.
• Lead design and integration of cyber defense in migration projects.

Expected skills & experience

We are looking for someone with the following experience and skills:

Experience / Technical Skills

• Experience in Information Security discipline(s) > 10 years.
• Experience in technical Information Security solution design > 10 years.
• Broad knowledge about/experience with security regulations (e.g. GDPR, DORA, etc.).
• Experience with security technologies (e.g. CSPM, CWPP, XDR/EDR, Endpoint Protection, Proxies, Web‑Application Firewall, Security Operating Centre, Vulnerability & Compliance Management, Zero‑Trust, etc.).
• Knowledge of security referentials (ISO 27001, ISO 27005, NIST …).

Certifications & Education

• Cybersecurity and technical certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO27001 LA/LI, ISO 27005, TOGAF, SABSA.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, project Management, IT or a closely related subject.
• An MSc Information Security would be desirable but is not essential.

Soft skills / transversal skills

• Knowledge about/experience with GenAI, GenAI security problematics.
• Ability to function effectively in a matrix structure.
• Curiosity and interest in security topics and technology.
• Operate comfortably at management level.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong networking skills.
• Proactive team player.
• Lead the topics and dare to challenge stakeholders.
• Apply analytical rigor to understand complex business scenarios.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written; French is very much appreciated.
• If you are eager to grow, contribute to strategic projects, and collaborate with highly skilled experts in a multi‑environment setting, this position is for you.

Where will you be in the organization?

The department / team: Security Design and Technology (SDT) shapes AXA’s Cyber Defense technology landscape. SDT is an international team with people in US, UK, France and Germany.

What we offer

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and are committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. We promote Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.