
Awin · Amsterdam
Purpose of Position As Information Security Risk Manager (f/m/d) you will own and drive Awin’s global Information Security Risk Management capability end-to-en...
Purpose of Position
As Information Security Risk Manager (f/m/d) you will own and drive Awin’s global Information Security Risk Management capability
end-to-end, ensuring the business not only understands its risks but takes measurable action to reduce them. You will be
accountable for embedding a strong culture of risk ownership across the organisation, proactively identifying gaps, and driving
remediation through to completion.
This role requires structured risk identification, assessment, and reporting whilst acting as a advisor to senior leadership and
the board. It ensures that risk appetite is clearly defined, actively used in decision-making, and consistently monitored.
Your location: Ideally in Berlin, Munich, Madrid, Warsaw, London, Iași, Stockholm, or Paris (or in Germany, Spain, Poland, UK,
Romania, Sweden, or France)
Key Tasks
risks are prioritised and clearly articulated in business terms (financial, regulatory, reputational) to enable effective
decision-making. Drive risk remediation to closure, holding risk owners accountable for delivery and escalating where progress
stalls. Ensure risk management is embedded in cross-functional initiatives and considered as part of key business decisions.
just status updates. Facilitate risk reviews that are focused on decisions, accountability, and measurable progress.
decision-making. Establish and track KPIs that measure real improvements in risk posture, not just activity.
technical and business teams, ensuring risks are clearly understood and acted upon.
requirements. Monitor control effectiveness, proactively identify weaknesses, and drive improvements.
assurance. Lead horizon scanning across emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry developments, translating these into
practical risk implications and actions for the business.
Skills & Expertise
stakeholders
Our Offer
completely disconnected day per week) at full pay, with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance.
foster a culture of mutual trust and working flexibility.
as well as a furniture package to support you in setting up a comfortable workspace when working from home.
physical wellbeing.
professional and personal growth, with trainings conveniently packaged to help your overall development.
We are hiring in multiple countries for this role. Additional benefits, including health and wellbeing offerings, will be
discussed during the initial interview.
Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture.
Like all businesses, we’ve had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual ‘Life @ Awin’ hub brings our
colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities.
Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and
authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the
employees powering our vision to build the world’s leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and
experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
Awin is part of the Axel Springer group. Learn more at axelspringer.com/en/, and explore the Axel Springer Essentials here:
axelspriger.com/en/inside/the-essentials-what-we-have-adapted-and-why
Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal
development.
YOUR MISSION Position: Full-time | 40 hours per week Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands | Hybrid (2–3 days per week in the office) Salary Range: between 80.000,- and 100.000,- annually Help protect millions of customers worldwide from fraud, scams and mobile malware before they become victims. Are you an experienced operational leader who knows how to bring structure, alignment, and execution to technical teams in a fast-growing scale-up? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. About the Job As Lead Operational Manager at ThreatFabric, you can take ownership and bring structure, focus, and smooth execution to our fast-growing cybersecurity scale-up. You are responsible for keeping our operations strong, mainly across DevOps and Customer Support. You make sure work is well planned, priorities are clear, and teams can deliver consistently. The Operational Manager bridges the gap between software development and IT infrastructure. They lead cross-functional teams to automate workflows, ensure continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), and maintain production reliability. In this role, you translate plans into execution and make sure dependencies between teams are managed properly. You keep visibility on progress, risks, and capacity, and help remove blockers when needed. You work closely with engineering, product, and other teams to make sure priorities are aligned and delivery stays on track. Next to the core role, you will temporarily support a small and clearly defined set of responsibilities from the Head of Product during a maternity leave. This is limited in scope and will be discussed further in the process. Responsibilities Your key responsibilities will include: * Manage the operational teams, including DevOps and Customer Support * Translating strategic objectives into clear plans and priorities * Managing planning, capacity, and delivery flow * Making sure priorities match customer and business needs * Working closely with Product, Engineering, Research, Commercial, and management * Supporting customer-related initiatives and turning feedback into actions * Helping with hiring, onboarding, and team development when needed * Improving and scaling operational processes across the organisation Temporary additional scope (Head of Product) * Take over a set of operational responsibilities during maternity leave regarding: * Coordinating internal support for customer implementations * Coordinating internal organization projects (for e.g. product / DevOps / Data science). What We Offer * A 12-month employment contract with the intention to extend. Subject to mutual satisfaction, this may lead to a permanent position * A competitive salary, between 80,000 – 100,000 € per year annually including holiday allowance. * 25 holidays per year * A pension scheme * 8% holiday allowance (included in annual salary * A stimulating and supportive work environment that encourages growth and development * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly growing tech company * Flexible remote / hybrid work-from-home options to promote work-life balance * Flexible working hours * A Personal Growth and Development Budget * Active ThreatFabric events and FitFabric bootcamps * Active knowledge-sharing huddles YOUR PROFILE Skills & Competencies Technical skills * Experience in Operations Management, DevOps Operations, or similar roles * Experience with planning, capacity management, and delivery coordination * Degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or similar is a plus but not required * Experience in tech companies like cybersecurity, fintech, or SaaS * Good understanding of Agile and software delivery processes * Experience with project management tools * Fluent in English, written and spoken Analytical skills * Able to understand complex situations and find practical solutions * Strong problem-solving skills and structured thinking * Able to identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks early Organizational skills * Strong planning and prioritisation skills * Able to handle multiple topics at the same time * Comfortable switching between strategy and execution * Brings structure in fast-changing environments Collaboration and communication skills * Works well with cross-functional teams * Strong stakeholder management skills * Communicates clearly about priorities, progress, and risks * Aligns technical and non-technical teams Customer focus * Understands customer needs and priorities * Keeps customer impact in mind when making decision * Helps turn feedback into improvements Information Security, Business Continuity & Privacy * Has a positive and active attitude towards information security, business continuity, and privacy * Engages in awareness sessions and stays up to date on relevant information (e.g., Teams and Confluence) * Actively reports security incidents to the Risk Officer or supports in solving security incidents when expertise is required * Acts as a role model and adheres to all applicable policies regarding information security, privacy, and business continuity WHY US? About ThreatFabric At ThreatFabric, we're not just shaping the future of cybersecurity - we're defining it. With our headquartered in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, ThreatFabric stands at the forefront of combating online fraud, mobile malware, and threat intelligence. Costly online scams, fraud and malware attacks are rampant. Victims’ life savings are stolen, but so are their confidence and trust. On top of this, financials' brand and reputation are damaged. Many lack online visibility to trigger prompt reaction, and the industry faces regulatory reimbursement pressure. This is why ThreatFabric provides web and mobile security: scam, fraud and malware detection and prevention, and threat intelligence to be proactive. We help the biggest financial brands protect their customers and their reputation in a world where attacks escalate, and trust erodes. Join Our Dynamic Team Ready to dive into the heart of innovation? Our team is a melting pot of talent, passion, and expertise from all corners of the globe. Behind ThreatFabric's success lies a diverse ensemble of technical experts, data scientists, and thought leaders united by a passion for innovation. With a global perspective and a collaborative spirit, our team leverages innovative technology and thousands of data points to deliver security solutions. As a scale-up, we embrace a scale-up mentality where flexibility, adaptability, and a dynamic approach are essential. Our Core Values At ThreatFabric, our culture is defined by three guiding principles: * One Team: Collaboration fuels our success as we work together to tackle complex challenges. * Continuous Excellence: We're committed to pushing boundaries and exceeding expectations in everything we do. * Customers at the Heart: Our customers are not just clients - they're partners. Their success is our priority. Interested? Are you as excited about this opportunity as we are? We can't wait to hear from you! Apply through this Personio link, and let's make innovation happen together! We aim to fill this vacancy in Q3 2026. What's next? So, you've hit send - what happens now? First, we'll do a screening to ensure we're a good match. If all goes well, you'll be invited for an initial chat with us. Then, there's a second interview, and we may include an assessment to better understand your skills. Ready to take the plunge? Please note: Pre-employment screening is part of our selection process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
YOUR MISSION About the Job Title: Senior JavaScript Security Researcher Position: Full-time | 40 hours per week Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands | Work From home (2-3 days per week in the office) Salary Range: 80.000,- to 100.000,- annually At ThreatFabric, we help the world's leading banks stay ahead of fraudsters, scammers, and cybercriminals. Our technology protects millions of users every day by detecting fraud, malware, and emerging attack techniques before damage is done. As a Senior JavaScript Security Researcher, you'll explore new browser capabilities, uncover detection methods, and turn cutting-edge research into real-world protection used at global scale. Your discoveries won't remain on a whiteboard, they'll directly help safeguard people and businesses around the world As a senior JavaScript Security Researcher, you’ll be responsible for maintaining our FRS web SDKs. Next to that you’ll be driving the new (detection) capabilities of our SDK. This includes detecting and investigating fraud patterns & trends. You’ll be working closely with Threat Analysts and Product teams to enhance fraud detection. Part of your job is exploring and experimenting with (new and upcoming) browser APIs, and research how these APIs can be used to create new and novel detections mechanism. This requires a creative and out-of-the-box mindset. Proven experience with browser and JavaScript security research is a plus. The position You should have the ability to research, develop, manage, test, and deploy browser-based JavaScript code in the following areas: * Latest browser fingerprinting tactics * Ability to research the underlying working of browser APIs * Ability tocome up withnovel to use these APIs for detection; this includes looking for anomalies, side channels, and other side effects of these APIs * Creating a production ready web SDK Your daily work is to collaborate with the behaviour and device risk analytics tech team including backend engineers, data scientists and product managers. You are expected to be able to work with minimal guidance as lead research and JavaScript engineer. Since you will be working in a startup environment, passion and motivation are key to success and pleasure at work. Responsibilities Your key responsibilities will include: * Maintaining our FRS web SDKs * Driving the new (detection) capabilities of our SDK * Detecting and investigating fraud patterns & trends * Working closely with Threat Analysts and Product teams to enhance fraud detection * Exploring and experimenting with (new and upcoming) browser APIs * Researching how these APIs can be used to create new and novel detections mechanism What We Offer * A 12-month employment contract with the intention to extend. Subject to mutual satisfaction, this may lead to a permanent position. * A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience with a salary range between:80.000,- to 100.000,- annually. * 25 Holidays per year * 8% holiday allowance (included in annual salary). * A Pension Scheme. * A stimulating and supportive work environment that encourages growth and development. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impactina rapidly growing tech company. * Flexible Remote / Hybrid work from home options to promote work-life balance. * Flexible working hours. * ActiveThreatFabric events and FitFabric bootcamps. * Active knowledge sharing huddles. YOUR PROFILE Skills and qualifications * 8+ years relevant experience in JavaScript and or framework development. * Familiar with Browser APIs including APIs needed for browser, mouse, keystroke, scroll dynamics. * Able to work with Open Source development workflow using git. * Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of Docker is a nice to-have. * Proficient English writing skills to document work and communicate project status. * Be a team player and feel comfortable communicating and collaborating with other team members. Creativity and Innovation: * Generates and implements creative, innovative solutions to complex problems. Problem-Solving: * Communicates solutions clearly and concisely. * Possesses a scale-up mentality where flexibility and adaptability are key. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: * Communicates technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences. * Thrives in collaborative environments, fostering teamwork and cooperation. * Demonstrates empathy and understanding in interpersonal interactions. Continuous Improvement: * Actively seeks opportunities to enhance workplace practices and product quality. * Embraces a mindset of ongoing learning and development to stay ahead of industry trends. Information Security, Business Continuity & Privacy: * Proactively engages in maintaining information security and privacy standards. WHY US? About ThreatFabric At ThreatFabric, we're not just shaping the future of cybersecurity - we're defining it. With our headquartered in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, ThreatFabric stands at the forefront of combating online fraud, mobile malware, and threat intelligence. Costly online scams, fraud and malware attacks are rampant. Victims’ life savings are stolen, but so are their confidence and trust. On top of this, financials' brand and reputation are damaged. Many lack online visibility to trigger prompt reaction, and the industry faces regulatory reimbursement pressure. This is why ThreatFabric provides web and mobile security: scam, fraud and malware detection and prevention, and threat intelligence to be proactive. We help the biggest financial brands protect their customers and their reputation in a world where attacks escalate, and trust erodes. Join Our Dynamic Team Ready to dive into the heart of innovation? Our team is a melting pot of talent, passion, and expertise from all corners of the globe. Behind ThreatFabric's success lies a diverse ensemble of technical experts, data scientists, and thought leaders united by a passion for innovation. With a global perspective and a collaborative spirit, our team leverages innovative technology and thousands of data points to deliver security solutions. As a scale-up, we embrace a scale-up mentality where flexibility, adaptability, and a dynamic approach are essential. Our Core Values At ThreatFabric, our culture is defined by three guiding principles: * One Team: Collaboration fuels our success as we work together to tackle complex challenges. * Continuous Excellence: We're committed to pushing boundaries and exceeding expectations in everything we do. * Customers at the Heart: Our customers are not just clients — they're partners. Their success is our priority. Interested? Are you as excited about this opportunity as we are? We can't wait to hear from you! Apply through the Personio link, and let's make innovation happen together! We aim to fill this vacancy in 2025. What's next? So, you've hit send - what happens now? First, we'll do a screening to ensure we're a good match. If all goes well, you'll be invited for an initial chat with us. Then, there's a second interview, and we may include an assessment to better understand your skills. Ready to take the plunge? Please note: Pre-employment screening is part of our selection proces, together with an technical assessment. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
Purpose of Position As Information Security Risk Specialist (f/m/d) you will own and drive Awin’s global Information Security Risk Management capability end-to-end, ensuring the business not only understands its risks but takes measurable action to reduce them. You will be accountable for embedding a strong culture of risk ownership across the organisation, proactively identifying gaps, and driving remediation through to completion. This role requires structured risk identification, assessment, and reporting whilst acting as a advisor to senior leadership and the board. It ensures that risk appetite is clearly defined, actively used in decision-making, and consistently monitored. Your location: Ideally in Berlin, Munich, Madrid, Warsaw, London, Iași, Stockholm, or Paris (or in Germany, Spain, Poland, UK, Romania, Sweden, or France) Key Tasks * Lead enterprise-wide risk identification and assessment across strategic initiatives, technology, and third parties. Ensure risks are prioritised and clearly articulated in business terms (financial, regulatory, reputational) to enable effective decision-making. Drive risk remediation to closure, holding risk owners accountable for delivery and escalating where progress stalls. Ensure risk management is embedded in cross-functional initiatives and considered as part of key business decisions. * Own and maintain the Information Security Risk Register, ensuring it reflects true risk exposure, progress, and outcomes, not just status updates. Facilitate risk reviews that are focused on decisions, accountability, and measurable progress. * Define, embed, and maintain the organisation’s risk appetite, ensuring it is actively used in both business and technology decision-making. Establish and track KPIs that measure real improvements in risk posture, not just activity. * Provide clear, opinionated, and actionable risk insights to senior management and the board. Act as the bridge between technical and business teams, ensuring risks are clearly understood and acted upon. * Confidently challenge and influence stakeholders to ensure risks are neither understated nor inappropriately accepted. * Own and continuously improve Awin’s global information security risk management framework, aligned to ISO 27001 and regulatory requirements. Monitor control effectiveness, proactively identify weaknesses, and drive improvements. * Embed risk management into business processes so that risks are considered early and proactively, rather than retrospectively. * As the most senior member of the team, mentor and develop GRC team members, building capability in risk management and assurance. Lead horizon scanning across emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry developments, translating these into practical risk implications and actions for the business. Skills & Expertise * Proven track record of owning and delivering risk management initiatives end-to-end * Experience driving risk remediation across teams without direct authority * Strong experience presenting and defending risk positions to senior leadership and boards * Hands-on experience within an ISO 27001-certified ISMS environment * Strong knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 * Experience designing, implementing, or improving control frameworks * Experience with GRC platforms (e.g. Hyperproof) * Confident communicator (with very good English skills) - able to build relationships and challenge/influence senior stakeholders Our Offer * Flexi-Week: We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing by offering you a four-day Flexi-Week (with one lighter or completely disconnected day per week) at full pay, with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance. * Flexi-office: We offer an international culture and flexibility through our hybrid/remote working scheme which is designed to foster a culture of mutual trust and working flexibility. * Work Expense Contribution & Remote Working Furniture: You will receive a monthly allowance to cover part of your running costs, as well as a furniture package to support you in setting up a comfortable workspace when working from home. * Health and Wellbeing: With our support and access to various initiatives and sports offers, you can focus on your mental and physical wellbeing. * Development: We’ve built our extensive training suite, Awin Academy, to cover a wide range of skills that support your professional and personal growth, with trainings conveniently packaged to help your overall development. * Appreciation: Thank and reward colleagues by sending them a voucher through our peer-to-peer recognition programme. We are hiring in multiple countries for this role. Additional benefits, including health and wellbeing offerings, will be discussed during the initial interview. Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture. Like all businesses, we’ve had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual ‘Life @ Awin’ hub brings our colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities. Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the employees powering our vision to build the world’s leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Awin is part of the Axel Springer group. Learn more at axelspringer.com/en/, and explore the Axel Springer Essentials here: axelspriger.com/en/inside/the-essentials-what-we-have-adapted-and-why Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal development. #LI-AM1