Security Project Manager

Join to apply for the Security Project Manager role at Pennylane. Are you looking to have an impact on the daily life of millions of entrepreneurs in France (and tomorrow in Europe)? Are you looking for a work environment that values trust, proactivity, and autonomy? Are our Engineering principles aligned with your vision? Then Pennylane is the right place for you Vision We aim to become the most beloved financial operating system of French SMEs and accounting firms (and soon, European ones). We help entrepreneurs rid themselves of time‑consuming tasks related to accounting and finance while providing them with access to key financial information to assist in making the best decisions for their business. About Us Pennylane is one of the fastest‑growing fintechs in France (and soon to be in Europe). In five years of existence, we’ve managed to: 💻 become a groundbreaking accounting and financial software for small businesses and their accountants; 💰 raise a total of €225 million, including from Sequoia, the famous venture capital firm that invested early in companies like Google, Facebook, Airbnb, Stripe, PayPal and many more; 👨👩👧👦 grow from seven co‑founders to 900 happy Pennylaners and become one of the greatest places to work in France with a 4.6/5 rating on Glassdoor; 🌍 build an international environment with more than 25 nationalities, a strong remote‑friendly culture where 30 % of employees work from all parts of Europe; 🤝 earn the trust of thousands of customers and accounting firms and obtain outstanding ratings; 🚀 serve more than 700,000 SMEs and 5,000 accounting firms in France. About Security / IT at Pennylane We handle sensitive customer data daily (accounting, banking, personal information). Security isn’t just a checkbox—it’s at the core of everything we build. Our Security / IT department is built on six core principles: strict ISO 27001 compliance, robust data protection, rigorous access control, GDPR compliance, continuous training, and operational resilience. The Team You’ll Join You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary Security / IT department with five specialized teams: AppSec, IT, Security Compliance, Incident Management, and Financial Security. We operate across four strategic pillars: Product Security: Security‑by‑design and anti‑fraud mechanisms Governance: ISO 27001 and DORA audits, global access control Culture: Building security awareness across the company Collaboration: Balancing security with business growth The Role As we scale, we need to centralise security project management. In our first Security Project Manager, you will report to the Head of Information and Security and lead strategic security initiatives across the company. Your mission: bridge the gap between technical security requirements and business operations, embed security into every project, and maintain the agility we need to grow, working across all security teams and business units to make security an enabler, not a blocker. Responsibilities – Part 1 Strategic Initiatives, Innovation & Roadmap Management: Lead global security initiatives, orchestrate complex, transversal projects across the five teams, and ensure the department’s roadmap is executed effectively. AI Governance & Innovation: Spearhead the internal AI governance framework and lead AI for security projects to enhance threat detection and automation capabilities. Advanced Security Operations: Manage the evolution and optimisation of the Security Operations Centre (SOC) and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies. Cross‑Departmental Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison for high‑stakes collaborations with Engineering, Product, and Data teams, defining mutual team agreements and roadmaps. Efficiency & Standardisation: Identify bottlenecks in current security processes and propose innovative solutions to streamline operations. Responsibilities – Part 2 Operational Enablement, Tooling Deployment & Change Management: Focus on the practical application of security governance in other departments, ensuring tool deployment and policy acceptance. Deployment of Rights & Governance Tools: Lead projects to deploy Identity and Access Management (IAM) and governance tools across HR, Sales, and Tech. Change Management & Culture: Drive adoption of new security tools and processes, fostering genuine engagement beyond simple training. Balancing Innovation & Control: Work directly with business leaders to implement a “right‑sized” security that minimises impact while securing growth. Performance Monitoring: Define and track KPIs for security projects. Ideal Candidate – Experience & Background 5+ years of project or program management, with at least 3 years in information security, IT governance, or risk management. Preferred experience in SaaS, fintech, or scale‑up environments. Experience with ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 (essential), DORA, or GDPR frameworks. Ideal Candidate – Technical & Operational Skills Expertise in tools like Jira, Notion, or Asana for complex roadmaps. Understanding of SOC operations, DLP, and IAM. Familiarity with continuous deployment and product owner workflows. Interest or exposure to AI governance and LLM risks. Fluency in French and English required. Ideal Candidate – Soft Skills & Mindset Pragmatic negotiator, balanced risk approach. Excellent communication, translating security language to business value. Resilience in high‑stakes, shifting priorities. What We Do to Make Your Work Life Easier 🌴 25 vacation days paid by Pennylane. 💵 Competitive compensation package. 📈 Company shares. 🏡 Home‑office budget and monthly coworking allowance. ⛹️ Partner Gymlib offers access to 8,000 fitness spaces in Europe and 300 wellness activities. 🇬🇧 Busuu for language improvement. 💻 Latest Apple equipment. 🏢 Remote from any European country within two hours of CET. 🎉 Regular company events (Tech Days, annual seminar). 📆 If based in France: French contract plus 6–12 RTT, 5 weeks PTO, lunch credits (Swile), Alan Blue healthcare, and city events. Who We’re Looking For Speak English (assessed per department). Enthusiastic about a shifting work environment. Highly collaborative. Experienced enough to prioritise business‑led actions. Diversity & Inclusion We fully embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion and commit to creating a safe and inclusive environment. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, sexual orientation, origin, disabilities, or any other traits. Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Job Attributes Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Accounting Location: Europe (remote‑first) Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pennylane by 2×. If you’re hesitating, we encourage you to apply: who knows, it might be the start of a meaningful and long‑lasting collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr