Information Security Officer 80 - 100%

Information Security Officer 80 - 100%

The General Secretariat is the management staff of the Director of Education and includes, in addition to the Human Resources Department, the areas of Political Planning and Communication, Specialist and Legal Services, Finance and IT, Buildings, as well as Educational Planning. Here, the business and projects of the entire Education Directorate are coordinated.

For the management staff, we are looking for an Information Security Officer starting from 01.01.2026. The position is currently limited to two years.

For the management staff, we are looking for an Information Security Officer starting from 01.01.2026. The position is currently limited to two years.

Your area of responsibility

• You will further develop the Information Security Management System (ISMS) of the Education Directorate in coordination with the Information Security Officer of the Directorate.
• You will define security requirements and standards based on internal security policies and legal requirements.
• You will develop guidelines, processes, and procedures based on cantonal requirements to ensure sustainable information security within the Education Directorate.
• You will take responsibility for information security in projects and initiatives of the Education Directorate – as a sparring partner, challenger, and guardian of security objectives.
• You will support project teams in security matters and in the development and implementation of appropriate security measures.

Your profile

• You have a degree in computer science, information security, or a similar field, or can demonstrate a comparable qualification with relevant professional experience.
• You have several years of professional experience in the field of information security.
• You bring technical and organizational understanding in the field of information security.
• You have good knowledge of regulations and standards in the field of information security (e.g., ISO27xxx, NIST CSF) and their practical implementation.
• You ideally already have certifications in information security management (e.g., CISM, CISSP, or comparable certification).
• Analytical thinking, target group-oriented communication, and independent work are not foreign concepts for you.
• You have very good German language skills in writing and speaking and good English skills.
• Experience in a public organization or administration is an advantage.

Why you should work with us

• Workplace in the heart of Zurich
• Teamwork, mutual support, diverse design possibilities, and appreciation
• Active participation in the future of our canton
• Flexible working forms including the possibility for mobile working
• Compatibility of family and career

Your next step

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to your complete online application. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered for this vacancy.

For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Matthias Schweizer, Secretary General, Tel. 043 259 23 03 or Christina Ring, Information Security Officer, Tel. 043 259 23 49.

For more information about us, please visit: www.bi.zh.ch.

For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Matthias Schweizer, Secretary General, Tel. 043 259 23 03 or Christina Ring, Information Security Officer, Tel. 043 259 23 49.

For more information about us, please visit: www.bi.zh.ch.