Cyber Defence Audit Director
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Frankfurt
Region:Hessen
Sector:Cyber Security
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:7377
Post Date:November 17, 2025
Meet Our Recruiter
Josh Mooney
Principal Consultant - Cyber Security
About the Role
Cyber Defence Audit Director
Location: Frankfurt
Our client is seeking a Cyber Defence Audit Director to lead cyber audit activities within the first line of defence. You will coordinate and support internal and external cyber audits, analyse findings, and oversee remediation efforts. This role involves advising operational teams, managing regulatory inquiries, and enhancing cyber defence processes and controls in line with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate cyber defence audits and remediation tracking.
- Provide expert guidance on root cause analysis and sustainable issue resolution.
- Manage regulatory inquiries related to cyber defence, ensuring timely responses.
- Support development of cyber defence policies, controls, and regulatory compliance (e.g., DORA, ISO 27001).
- Collaborate closely with IT, governance, risk, second line, and internal audit teams.
Your Profile:
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Business Informatics, or similar.
- 10+ years’ professional experience, with at least 5 years in cyber defence audit management, preferably in banking or financial services.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and standards (DORA, ISO 27001).
- Experience with audit processes, remediation programs, and regulator communications (ECB, BaFin, MAS, Fed).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and conceptual skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer.