Head of Cyber Culture(m/w/x)

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Communication, Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Change Management, Cyber Security, Behavioural Science, Communications, or related discipline (Bachelor’s or Master’s), or equivalent education and professional experience
• Proven professional experience in cyber security awareness, corporate communications, HR/change management, or behavioural programs with senior/leadership roles in global organizations
• Proven experience designing/executing enterprise-wide cultural change programs for secure behaviours and security-by-default mindset
• Strong background in developing/deploying global training strategies, learning journeys, and awareness campaigns
• Experience establishing/nurturing professional communities of practice or expert groups for knowledge sharing and local ownership
• Strong capability to collaborate with business units, cyber leaders, HR, communications, and transformation teams
• Proven ability to apply structured change management methods for behavioural adoption and secure habits
• Experience in functionally/disciplinarily leading international/global teams, with track record in strategic planning, team development, and operational excellence

Tasks

• Lead global corporate function for cultural transformation
• Drive cultural transformation to a security-by-default mindset
• Own and drive cyber security training activities
• Own and drive cyber security awareness activities
• Own and drive cyber security change activities
• Own and drive cyber security communication activities
• Build global training and awareness education programs
• Manage cyber-related communities across ZEISS
• Develop and carry out targeted communication measures
• Own cultural aspects of the Cyber Security Strategy 2030
• Drive communication aspects of the Cyber Security Strategy 2030
• Equip ZEISS with necessary cyber security skills and awareness
• Develop and implement target-group specific communities
• Develop and implement target-group specific trainings
• Develop and implement target-group specific awareness campaigns
• Own the cyber-related training landscape
• Collaborate with subject matter experts
• Identify training gaps and create content
• Define training target groups
• Develop and improve cyber security training offerings
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers
• Ensure effective cyber security training offerings
• Mitigate cyber risks through education
• Satisfy compliance requirements
• Drive global and targeted awareness campaigns
• Equip employees to spot cyber risks
• Promote secure employee behaviors
• Continuously develop the Security Engineer Program
• Provide employees with security knowledge, training, and network
• Integrate security-by-design principles
• Continuously develop training and community elements
• Foster a strong 1st-Line-of-Defense
• Collaborate with Cyber Security stakeholders
• Leverage the global network of Security Engineers
• Lead cyber security community efforts
• Drive and nurture cyber-related expert communities
• Accelerate knowledge sharing
• Drive group-wide cyber security initiatives and topics
• Shape the community landscape and collaboration channels
• Advise the Cyber Security Organization
• Lead cyber-related communication initiatives
• Ensure consistent tone, strong narrative, and high engagement
• Orchestrate communication material preparation
• Provide communication guidance, support, and coaching
• Ensure consistent, aligned messages
• Provide change management expertise
• Drive adoption of cyber-secure behaviors
• Utilize structured change management methodologies
• Lead a global team functionally and disciplinarily
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team
• Provide clear direction, mentorship, and growth opportunities
• Promote an inclusive and empowering environment
• Act as a role model for ZEISS values and strategic goals
• Drive organizational engagement and motivation
• Cultivate strong stakeholder relationships
• Achieve shared success with stakeholders

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