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Group Cyber programs manager F/H - SAFRAN SA (FRANCE)

AEROCONTACT · Greater Saint-Nazaire Area

  • On site
  • Full-time
  • €100,000 / year
  • Greater Saint-Nazaire Area

Job highlights

  • Lead cyber programs and projects for Safran Group.
  • Manage annual cyber plan and related stakeholders.
  • Oversee the CISO Office and collaborate with company CISOs.
  • Ensure cybersecurity strategy is implemented effectively.
  • Drive cybersecurity culture across teams.

About the role

Group Cyber Programs Manager

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), space, and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. Present on all continents, the Group employs 100,000 people with a turnover of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds leading global or European positions in its markets, alone or in partnership. Safran is the 2nd largest company in the aeronautics and defense sector in TIME magazine's 'World's Best Companies 2024' ranking. Because we are convinced that every talent counts, we value and encourage applications from people with disabilities for our job opportunities.

Mission Description

The Group Cyber Programs Manager reports to the Group Governance CISO. With the support of their team of Cybersecurity Project Managers, they are responsible for steering Cyber programs and projects to ensure that Safran Group's major Cybersecurity transformations are effective.

MISSIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Group Cyber Programs Manager will operate in 4 main areas of activity:

  • Structure the

Skills & topics

  • Cybersecurity
  • Program Management
  • Project Management
  • Information Security
  • Cyber Risk Management
  • IT Governance
  • ISO 27001
  • NIST
  • GDPR
  • Safran
  • AEROCONTACT
  • Cyber Programs Manager

How to get hired

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight your IT and cybersecurity project management experience, including methodologies, risk management, and familiarity with standards like ISO 27001 and NIST.
  • Showcase your leadership skills: Emphasize your experience in managing, coaching, and federating teams, as well as your ability to drive change in complex organizations.
  • Demonstrate technical expertise: Detail your knowledge of enterprise IT ecosystems (IT systems, networks, cloud, IoT) and compliance/security regulations (GDPR, cyber resilience).
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach, innovation capabilities, and how you foster collaboration and communication with diverse stakeholders.
  • Understand Safran's mission: Align your application with Safran's commitment to sustainability, safety, and accessibility in air transport.

Technical preparation

Master cybersecurity frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST.,Practice IT project management methodologies.,Familiarize with GDPR and cyber resilience.,Understand enterprise IT systems and cloud.

Behavioral questions

Describe a complex cyber project you led.,How do you manage diverse stakeholder expectations?,How do you foster a cybersecurity culture?,Discuss your approach to risk management.

Frequently asked questions

What is the primary responsibility of the Group Cyber Programs Manager at Safran?
The Group Cyber Programs Manager is responsible for steering the Group's cyber programs and projects to ensure that major cybersecurity transformations are effective, reporting directly to the Group Governance CISO.
What are the key domains of activity for this role at Safran?
The key domains include structuring the 'Programs and Projects Cyber' department, piloting the annual Group Cyber plan, managing cyber programs and projects, and overseeing collaboration activities with company CISOs through the 'CISO Office'.
What technical skills and knowledge are essential for the Group Cyber Programs Manager role?
Essential skills include IT and cybersecurity project management (methodology, planning, risk management), mastery of cybersecurity standards and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), experience with project management tools, and knowledge of enterprise IT ecosystems and security regulations.
How does this role contribute to Safran's overall cybersecurity strategy?
This role acts as a key link between the group's cybersecurity strategy and its operational implementation through programs and projects, while also fostering the cybersecurity culture and animating the community of CISOs.
What kind of leadership qualities are expected from the Group Cyber Programs Manager?
Proven leadership qualities are expected, including the ability to manage, coach, and federate a team, drive change in a complex organization, foster collaboration, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Does Safran encourage applications from individuals with disabilities for the Group Cyber Programs Manager position?
Yes, Safran values and encourages applications from people with disabilities for all its job opportunities, including this role.
What is the 'CISO Office' and what is the Group Cyber Programs Manager's role within it?
The 'CISO Office' is a function established to manage governance, collaboration processes, committees, and milestones between company CISOs and the group's cyber organization. The Group Cyber Programs Manager plays a key role in its setup and animation.
What is the expected experience level for the Group Cyber Programs Manager?
The role requires proven leadership capabilities, experience in managing IT and cybersecurity projects, and a good understanding of enterprise IT ecosystems and security regulations. Specific years of experience are not detailed but implied to be significant.