Manager Business Risk & Compliance

Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 11707

About the role:

As Manager Business Risk & Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening Cyber and Information Security across BioNTech’s Corporate Functions. Acting as the central interface between Cyber & Information Security (C&IS) and business functions, you will ensure cybersecurity requirements are understood, embedded, and managed effectively across processes, projects, and third-party engagements. You will drive a risk-based and business-oriented security approach by partnering closely with stakeholders while ensuring alignment with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Your contribution:

Serve as the primary business partner for Corporate Functions, acting as the central contact for cyber and information security topics

Build trusted relationships to embed ISMS requirements into processes, initiatives, projects, and decision-making

Translate governance requirements into practical guidance relevant to Corporate Functions

Support business units in identifying and managing cyber risks while defining mitigation measures

Oversee third-party security risk management, including supplier assessments and contract reviews in collaboration with Procurement, Legal, Data Privacy, and other stakeholders

Manage security oversight of strategic external partners to ensure alignment with BioNTech’s security expectations

Contribute to improving C&IS Governance Frameworks, policies, procedures, and ISMS processes based on emerging risks

Prepare for internal and external audits in information security, including ISO 27001 certification audits

Promote collaboration and accountability to foster a strong security culture

A good match:

University degree in cybersecurity, IT-related fields or equivalent vocational training

Professional experience in cybersecurity or related roles such as IT risk or governance

Strong understanding of information security governance frameworks like ISO 27001 or NIST standards

Experience with third-party risk management and vendor governance processes

Certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP are advantageous

Proficiency in GRC tools integration into business processes

Analytical thinking paired with problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills; proficiency in English (spoken & written), German is a plus

Your Benefits:

It's our priority to support you:

Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account

Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning

Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential

Your health and lifestyle: Company bike

Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket

Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare

Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).

Job ID 11707 (please always specify if you have any questions)

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