Lead IT Security & Governance

About Canyon and the Role

Join Canyon, a global team committed to innovation within the bike industry. Work in an inclusive, international environment that fosters teamwork, creativity, and dynamic collaboration. As the Lead IT Security & Governance, you will head the IT Security & Governance department, overseeing IT security, governance frameworks, and software license management. Reporting directly to the VP Global IT, you will inspire and develop this function, embedding practical security standards throughout the company. Your role involves strategic leadership combined with regulatory alignment—covering regulations such as NIS2, the EU AI Act, and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)—while optimizing commercial costs and maintaining relationships with senior leadership, regulators, and auditors.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the IT Security & Governance function to enhance team capabilities and support organizational growth.
• Design, implement, and refine security and governance frameworks ensuring compliance with regulations including NIS2, EU AI Act, and CRA.
• Manage software licenses comprehensively to ensure compliance, audit readiness, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and uphold IT policies, security standards, and governance controls to provide consistent guidance across the organization.
• Oversee IT risk management, handle security incidents, and ensure business continuity planning protects vital assets.
• Serve as the main liaison with regulatory authorities and auditors to facilitate audits and remediation efforts.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, service level agreements, and reporting frameworks to provide visibility to executive leadership.
• Cultivate strong connections with IT and business leaders to align security requirements with company strategy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Several years of progressive experience in IT Security and/or Governance, preferably with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in regulatory frameworks such as NIS2, EU AI Act, CRA, ISO 27001, or equivalent standards.
• Proven track record in managing audits and compliance operations, interacting effectively with auditors and authorities.
• A pragmatic outlook capable of turning complex regulatory demands into actionable and commercially sensible processes.
• Strong customer focus with excellent communication skills to collaborate across all leadership levels.
• Fluent business-level English skills, both written and spoken, enabling smooth international communication.

Employee Benefits and Culture

• Experience the unique Canyon spirit with employee events, social and health counseling.
• Enjoy attractive employee discounts on bikes, accessories, and apparel.
• Competitive, performance-based salary package including Christmas and vacation bonuses, complemented by pension plan and accident insurance coverage.
• Work-life balance with 30 annual vacation days and support for family needs, especially childcare during school holidays.
• Subsidized meals available at on-site bistros and discounted nationwide train passes for commuting convenience.