AI Security Governance Specialist (f/m/d)

Join us now as an AI Security Governance Specialist (f/m/d) within the Data, Technology and Operations function!

Following the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape, AllianzGI is continuing to invest in our Information Security and AI capabilities. As part of this, we are looking for you to support our Security capability in this complex but exciting environment.

You will be part of our global Information Security team and report to the Head of Information Security, responsible for regional and global processes and contribute to the maturing of our AI Security Governance framework.

This position will be based in Frankfurt or Munich.

What you will do

AI Security Governance

• Support the development and enhancement of our global AI governance programme, including frameworks, processes, and toolsets by providing insights on security and other safeguarding controls across systems, use cases, models, and artefacts (e.g., MCPs, agents)
• Establish and maintain security processes for AI model change management and periodic safeguarding control reviews

Risk assessment & oversight

• Review new and existing AI use cases and systems against industry best-practice and regulatory expectations, covering risk classification, documentation, and monitoring
• Perform threat modelling to identify and communicate security, privacy, or related risks in AI use cases and systems
• Automate monitoring and oversight activities where feasible to ensure effective and scalable control execution
• Define key risk indicators (KRIs) and performance metrics for AI security governance

Reporting & stakeholder engagement

• Drive and actively contribute to AI governance forums and oversight bodies, promoting modern, future proof collaboration models
• Report regularly to governance committees and senior management on AI safeguarding and AI security risk posture
• Act as a point of contact for auditors, business partners, and Allianz Group wide AI security initiatives
• Work closely with distributed teams across Security, Legal, Privacy, IT, and Data functions in Asia and Europe to ensure cohesive AI safeguarding practices

Vendor due diligence

• Serve as the first point of contact for AI specific technical safeguards in vendor risk assessments, procurement activities, and third-party due diligence

Awareness

• Contribute to the global security awareness programmes with insights into responsible and secure AI practices
• Promote organization wide adherence to approved AI usage guidelines

What you bring

Information Security & AI expertise

• Proven experience in information security and model/AI risk within financial services or asset management
• Strong knowledge of AI and model governance, including MLOps and lifecycle management
• Familiarity with security and third-party risk controls for AI systems
• Experience with threat modelling using internationally recognized frameworks (e.g., MITRE, STRIDE)

Regulatory, Security & responsible AI knowledge

• Deep understanding of security and AI regulations (e.g., DORA, EU AI Act) and Responsible AI principles
• Solid experience working with established security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001/27005, NIST CSF, NIST AI RMF, SOC 2), and the ability to apply them pragmatically within AI and model related risk contexts
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical safeguarding controls, workflows, and governance measures

Operationalisation

• Hands on experience creating best practice aligned guidelines, operating procedures, and methodologies for control testing
• Ability to develop practical, actionable solutions that address business needs and regulatory expectations

Communication & stakeholder management

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including engagement with senior management
• Proven track record working with diverse, distributed global teams

Project & delivery skills

• Ability to balance multiple concurrent priorities and manage deadlines effectively
• Structured and reliable way of working

Language requirements

• Proficiency in English both written and spoken is essential

What we offer

• We empower our employees by ensuring flexible work arrangements that maintain a balance between performance, productivity, career development and personal priorities (e.g., hybrid model/ flexible working hours)
• Securing your future: Access to company pension/savings plans
• Family support (relocation/ childcare facilities)
• Company share purchasing plan
• Mental health and wellbeing programs
• Mobility solutions (Jobrad bike leasing, subvention Jobticket)
• Career opportunities within the entire Allianz Group
• Self-guided learning & development
• … and so much more!