Chief Security Officer

Chief Security Officer AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location US, UK, France Overview The Chief Security Officer is responsible for operational resilience, cyber protection and physical protection processes, frameworks and strategies. The role holder oversees the first line of delivery, execution and implementation of effective controls related to Operational Resilience, Cyber Security, Physical Security & Health and Safety for a global company. This role combines strategic foresight, operational excellence and cultural agility to protect AXA XL in an increasingly complex risk landscape. The Chief Security Officer is a member of the AXA Group Security Leadership team and plays an active role in the overall AXA Security transformation journey, with a dual reporting line to AXA XL’s Leadership management member and the AXA Group Chief Security Officer. Responsibilities Lead the implementation of the Security Operating Model at AXA XL as agreed between Group CSO and the entity. Act as a key advisor to AXA XL’s senior management on security matters, including Information Security, Operational Resilience, Physical Security and Health & Safety (security risk management, cybersecurity, security control, monitoring, information privacy, operations, identity access management, security architecture, forensics, physical security and operational resilience). Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as NYDFS, CFIUS, HIPAA, GDPR, DORA, AI Act, and others. Define, implement and monitor all Group security requirements for overall physical/health/travel/safety, identifying/analyzing risks and recommending appropriate options or corrective measures to achieve security targets set for AXA XL by Group Security. Define AXA XL Security strategy and standards for the company. Lead compliance and implementation of Security strategy and policy ensuring alignment with business strategy. Serve as the executive representative to the Boards and relevant subcommittees (Risk, Audit, Technology, ESG) on global security, safety, and resilience matters. Drive cultural and organizational change to promote a culture of security and enhanced awareness to ensure sustainable security practice. Maintain an understanding of emerging technology, risks and industry trends, assess the impact on the business environment and recommend appropriate mitigation actions or prioritization of projects and investments. Develop strategies to identify security risks associated with control gap effectiveness and mitigate critical risks. Evolve the CSO Operating Model to create a more agile unit leveraging modern IT practices such as AI, Automation & Standardization. Implement continuous improvement processes and activities to ensure quality and relevance of security services, and manage the skills and competency development of CSO colleagues. Develop, track and control AXA XL’s security budgets in agreement with AXA XL’s LT and the Corporate CSO. Qualifications Extensive progressive leadership experience in global corporate security, risk management or IT security. Proven experience leading multi-country operations with exposure to both physical and IT/Cybersecurity domains / Crisis Management & Operational Resilience, preferably in the insurance sector. Deep understanding of global regulatory environments, health & safety frameworks, and data protection laws (SOX, DORA, NYDFS, HIPAA, PIPL, CSL & DSL). Preferred professional certifications for Information security: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, etc.; Business Continuity Industry certifications: MBCI, DRII, etc.; Physical/Health and Safety Security certifications: CPP, PSP. Strategic vision & board‑level influence: articulate security priorities that enable business resilience and board confidence. Global risk intelligence: anticipate threats across geopolitical, technological (AI) and environmental domains. Ethical leadership & integrity: maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance and trust. Crisis decision‑making: operate calmly and decisively under pressure. Cross‑cultural agility: navigate diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes effectively. Leading teams: instill a robust culture of accountability by setting clear goals, empowering and developing teams and breaking down silos to foster collaboration across teams to achieve organizational objectives consistently. Inclusion Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 chapters around the globe. Robust support for flexible working arrangements. Enhanced family‑friendly leave benefits. Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index. Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter. Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to cover health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security, providing competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve over time. We are committed to rewarding your contribution long‑term so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023‑26 Sustainability strategy, “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations. Our Pillars Valuing nature: We protect and restore nature, increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: We build a net zero strategy, develop insurance products and services, and mobilize to advance thought leadership and investment in societal‑led solutions. Integrating ESG: We incorporate ESG considerations into internal processes and practices to build resilience from the roots of our business. AXA Hearts in Action: We established volunteering and charitable giving programs, including Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave and the Global Day of Giving. Salary The U.S. base salary range for this position is $330,000 to $375,000 USD. (Applicable only for U.S. applicants. Actual pay will be determined based on individual skills, experience and location.) About the Company AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We combine a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data‑driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace to deliver top client service across property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. Seniority Level Not Applicable Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr