Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
Lead the global function shaping how Continental secures applications and adopts AI responsibly. You will set strategy, develop a high-performing international team and establish the governance and assessment capabilities that enable innovation while protecting our global business.
You will lead people, strategy, governance and delivery for AI and Application Security across Continental:
- Lead, coach and develop a global team of ~6 AI and application security professionals, including ~4 direct reports;
- Define and execute the global AI and Application Security strategy, operating model, roadmap and performance measures;
- Own security standards, guardrails and exception governance for applications and AI-enabled solutions;
- Govern risk-based security assessments and approvals, ensuring consistent quality, traceability and timely decisions;
- Advise senior technical and business stakeholders on complex risks, remediation options and residual-risk decisions;
- Oversee assurance, audit support, service reporting, capability development and continuous improvement.
You combine deep security expertise with proven people leadership, strategic judgment and the ability to influence across a global enterprise:
- Academic degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, Business Technology, or a comparable qualification;
- 5+ years of enterprise IT or cybersecurity experience, including in cybersecurity, application security, or AI security;
- CISSP, CCSP, CSSLP, CISM, or an equivalent recognized certification (is an advantage);
- Previous experience leading people, teams, or a comparable global security function;
- Proven experience defining security strategy, governance, standards, roadmaps, services and measurable outcomes;
- Expert knowledge of AI security, application security, secure development practices, architecture risk and recognized security frameworks;
- Demonstrated ability to coach employees, manage performance and capacity, lead change and build sustainable team capabilities;
- Strong communication, consulting, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills in an international environment;
- Advanced English skills (verbal and written).
Our Offer:
- Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
- Flexible working model;
- Collaborative working style;
- Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training;
- Opportunity to make a difference.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.
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Skills Required
- Academic degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, Business Technology, or a comparable field
- 5+ years of enterprise IT or cybersecurity experience, including cybersecurity, application security, or AI security
- Experience leading people, teams, or a comparable global security function
- Experience defining security strategy, governance, standards, roadmaps, services, and measurable outcomes
- Expert knowledge of AI security, application security, secure development practices, architecture risk, and recognized security frameworks
- Ability to coach employees, manage performance and capacity, lead change, and build sustainable team capabilities
- Strong communication, consulting, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills in an international environment
- Advanced English skills, verbal and written
- CISSP, CCSP, CSSLP, CISM, or equivalent recognized certification
Continental Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Continental and has not been reviewed or approved by Continental.
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Healthcare Strength — Health plans are often described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, and related programs (such as HSA/FSA) highlighted as strong components. Feedback suggests the quality of healthcare coverage is a meaningful part of overall compensation satisfaction.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings, including 401(k) plans with company contributions, are viewed favorably and frequently mentioned alongside competitive base pay. These plans are seen as a reliable pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and other leave programs are presented as part of a broad benefits suite. The scope of time-off options contributes positively to perceived overall value.
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What We Do
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.
