Are you a seasoned security professional looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and innovative environment? GetResponse, a global leader in online marketing solutions, is seeking an exceptional individual to fill the critical role of Chief Security Officer. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a highly experienced and dynamic professional to lead all aspects of security, including cybersecurity, in our organization.  

About us: GetResponse is a SaaS company recognized for its industry-leading email marketing and marketing automation software. We’ve been serving our customers since 1998 and are proud to have 350,000+ SMBs and 1,000+ enterprise customers on board. Our team is made up of 350+ fantastic individuals working in distributed locations. We’re global, remote-friendly and multicultural, yet we share the same values.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Guidance: Ensure GetResponse’s comprehensive security program is in alignment with business objectives, help the business integrate robust measures in new projects, and guide on security.  
• Compliance Management: Ensure GetResponse adheres to security standards, policies, regulations and legislation.  
• Program Coordination: Coordinate security initiatives and maintain open lines of communication between the security team and stakeholders.  
• Reporting: Provide upper-level management with a consolidated and comprehensive view of security posture.  
• Incident Monitoring & Management: Oversee incident response activities, managing them as necessary and ensuring all information security incidents are closely monitored.  
• Business Continuity: Develop, implement and manage business continuity and disaster recovery plans, ensuring seamless operation post-security incidents. 
• Security Culture Advocacy: Advocate for a strong information security culture, communicating the strategy and vision, and facilitating the right security approach throughout the organization.  
• Vendor Management: Manage vendor relationships with a focus on security, ensuring the organization's interests are always protected.  
• Budget Management: Prepare and utilize security budgets efficiently to achieve maximum impact.  
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cybersecurity personnel within the IT department and maintain tight-knit cooperation with the Data Protection Officer.  
• Training & Awareness: Champion security awareness and training, ensuring all members of the organization are well-informed and vigilant.  

You may be the perfect fit if you have:  

• Industry Experience: Bring a minimum of 5 years' experience in a comparable role, preferably within the IT or digital marketing sector.  
• Leadership Acumen: Demonstrate strong leadership abilities, guiding teams with clarity and conviction.  
• Strategic Vision with Operational Expertise: Possess a strategic mindset paired with a hands-on approach to daily operations.  
• Industry Standards Proficiency: Well-versed in industry security benchmarks, including NIST, PCI DSS, ISO, SANS, COBIT and CERT.  
• Data Privacy Awareness: Familiar with prevailing data privacy laws, encompassing GDPR and other regional standards.  
• Technical Depth: Have a robust understanding and practical experience of Secure SDLC, DevSecOps, or security automation.  
• Business & Profit Insight: Capable of grasping and articulating the business and profitability implications of information security operations on the broader organization.  
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in both English and Polish.

Salary range:  

• Contract of employment: 15 000 – 24 000 PLN gross/month  
• B2B contract: 715 – 1143 PLN MD/nett  

Extra perks include: 

• we work in a hybrid model for those based in the Tri-City area; employees based outside the area work fully remotely 
• home office set up – a one-time bonus for a maximum of 1000 PLN (or equivalent) to help set up your home office space 
• private medical care for employees and their family members 
• employee referral program – up to 10 000 PLN for recommending a friend 
• corporate life insurance 
• employee pension program (PPE) 
• flexible working hours and no meeting days – we want to help you adjust your schedule to your activities 
• wellbeing and mental health culture – mental health helpline, sport card, yoga classes, etc. 
• modern equipment – most of our teams work on MacBooks 
• language classes internal initiatives like webinars, knowledge-sharing sessions, and more! 

Apply and enjoy our fully remote online recruitment process!  

1. Review stage: We’ll check your resumé/CV to screen for various criteria and match your talents with opportunities.  

2. Phone interview: We’d like to get to know you, and vice versa. Let us know why you want to join our team and why you’d be a great fit with us.  

3. First interview: It's your chance to shine and show that you're the perfect fit for the role.  

4. Final interview: Meet with our Board Members and see what’s in store for you.  

6. Offer: If you have what it takes, accept our offer and — welcome aboard! Join our team and be in great company! 

 Marta is the recruiter responsible for this process – if you have any additional questions, feel free to contact her!