Kanton Zürich
Zürich
14 hours ago
Information Security Manager 80 - 100%
- 21 April 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zürich
About the job
Information Security Manager 80 - 100%The Health Directorate of the Canton of Zurich ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare. Information security is a strategic core task for us – with clear standards, binding guidelines, and forward-looking planning.
To strengthen our team, we are looking for an Information Security Manager, 80 – 100%, starting immediately or by agreement, limited to 1.5 years.
Your tasks
- Active participation, assurance, and continuous optimization of operational information security within the framework of cantonal requirements for IT infrastructure, systems, and data of the Health Directorate
- Coordination and management of security-relevant incidents (Incident Response) in cooperation with the cantonal Cybersecurity Center
- Collaboration in the development and maintenance of the ISMS, in close cooperation with the team and with clear delineation of responsibilities
- Advising and supporting administrative units on all information security matters as well as professional support of digitization projects with the goal of systematically integrating security requirements from the start
- Collection and maintenance of security requirements in close coordination with specialist departments and IT operations
- Representation of information security interests in relevant committees and working groups
- Conducting and supporting risk assessments, deriving measures, and identifying and remedying vulnerabilities in critical IT components
Your profile
- Degree program (Bachelor or Master) and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience in information security or security-relevant IT operations
- Solid knowledge of common security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF, BSI IT-Grundschutz)
- Experience with Windows and Microsoft 365 environments. Knowledge in cloud security (Azure, GovCloud) is an advantage
- Certification in information security (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CAS/MAS Information Security) desired
- Structured, independent working style and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly
- Team-oriented personality with willingness to actively contribute
- Experience working with committees and stakeholders and ideally in the public administration environment
- Very good German skills (at least level C1); English skills in a professional context are an advantage
What we offer
- Meaningful work in public healthcare with direct impact on the security of sensitive data and systems
- Collegial, professional environment with flat hierarchies and scope for design
- Modern workplace in a central location (Zurich main station), flexible working hours, and possibility for mobile work
- Employment conditions according to cantonal personnel law
Your application
Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to your application via our online tool.
For questions, Reto Ruch, Head of Digital Transformation Department, is happy to assist you at +41 43 259 52 22.
