Head of Cloud Security
Meet Our Recruiter
Josh Mooney
About the Role
Head of Cloud Security (f/m/d)
Location: Frankfurt – Hybrid
A role that inspires you
You will define and lead the cloud security strategy for a major international organisation, ensuring secure and compliant operations across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Reporting directly to the CISO, you will strengthen governance, embed security across digital operations, and guide a high-performing team in a complex, highly regulated environment.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of cloud security, influence strategic decisions, and protect critical business operations on a global scale.
What you’ll be doing
You will:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive global cloud security strategy aligned with business and regulatory objectives.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing cloud security team covering architecture, engineering, and governance.
• Design and maintain secure cloud architectures and standardized security baselines.
• Oversee integration of security tooling (CSPM, CWPP, SIEM) and ensure continuous compliance with regulatory frameworks such as BaFin, DORA, and ISO 27001.
• Lead cloud threat detection, incident response, and post-incident reviews.
• Serve as the primary contact for cloud security matters across business units and with regulators.
• Promote best practices and security awareness among technical teams and senior stakeholders.
Your work will directly impact the organisation’s ability to operate securely in the cloud while meeting regulatory and business expectations.
What you bring
You are an experienced cloud security leader with a proven record of securing complex environments:
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years in cybersecurity, including 5+ years in cloud security leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP security.
• Strong knowledge of financial sector regulations (BaFin MaRisk/BAIT, DORA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).
• Hands-on experience with CSPM, CIEM, SIEM, DevSecOps, and Zero Trust architectures.
• Professional certifications such as CCSP, CISSP, CISM, or cloud security specialties preferred.
• Fluent in English and German, with excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
What’s on offer
• Competitive compensation package with performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid working model with offices in Frankfurt’s financial district.
• Support for professional development and security certifications.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment.
• Opportunity to shape and lead a critical security function within a global organisation.
About the opportunity
This position is being managed exclusively by MAM Gruppe, a specialist recruitment partner connecting world-class professionals with leading organisations across Germany.
All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality.