To ensure a strong, scalable, and compliant security and governance foundation across getolo, we are expanding our IT Governance & Information Security team. We are therefore looking for a full-time Information Security & IT Governance Lead (m/f/d) based on-site at our Berlin office. German language proficiency is required.
Your role in the team:
* Own and continuously develop getolo’s IT Governance & Information Security Framework (NIST-based, risk-driven)
* Act as (or take over) the Information Security Officer (ISB) role as part of getolo’s IT Governance and Security function
* Lead and be accountable for Information Security across governance, risk, and operational domains
* Enable effective Security Operations by translating regulatory and governance requirements into actionable security measures
* Establish and maintain pragmatic best practices for Information Security across technology, processes, and people
* Lead and coordinate internal and external IT security and governance audits, including preparation, execution support, and follow-up
* Ensure alignment and effective stakeholder management with group-level governance and oversight functions
Requirements
Educational background
* Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, IT, Engineering, or a related field
* Alternative educational paths are acceptable with strong practical security and governance experience
* Relevant certifications (e.g. ISO 27001, CISSP, CISM, CRISC) are a plus, not a requirement
* Solid understanding of modern cloud-based and software-driven environments
Professional background
* 8+ years of experience in Information Security, IT Governance, or related disciplines
* Hands-on experience with ISMS, risk management, and security governance frameworks
* Experience in regulated or risk-sensitive environments
* Experience supporting or leading internal and external audits in an IT/security context
* Ability to operate independently and confidently at management level
* Pragmatic, business-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
* Business fluent German and English
Benefits
Why getolo?
🌴 Salary & Vacation
Attractive fixed salary
Start with 28 vacation days, with an increase every two years (capped at 30 days). Holidays on December 24th and 31st.
🧑💻 Mobility & Flexibility
Choose between a free Swapfiets bike, a BVG ticket (“Umweltticket”) or a “Deutschlandticket” subsidized by us
Work hybrid – from your home office and in our office in Berlin-Mitte
Work abroad in the EU for up to 60 days
🧘 Health
Benefit from free coaching sessions with nilo.health, our mental health tool
Test our products yourself! Choose between dentolo, petolo or vitolo
📚 Development
Learning Budget starting from 750 € per year
Regular (360 degree) feedback
🙌 And much more…
Legendary summer and winter parties
Regular team events
Many discounts on the corporate Benefits Platform
Two Community Days per calendar year
Pet friendly office
Sounds like the perfect job for you? We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!
About getolo
Founded in 2015, getolo GmbH is an innovative and award-winning InsurTech company that offers comprehensive supplementary insurance plans in the areas of dental, pet health and liability, as well as health add-on coverage. Under the brands dentolo, petolo, and vitolo, we serve over 200,000 customers in Germany, providing digital and hassle-free protection that seamlessly integrates into their daily lives.
We believe that prevention is always better than cure—which is why we focus on preventive care, customer-centric service, and financial security to protect our customers and their loved ones from unexpected costs. Thanks to the close collaboration of our team of market specialists and insurance experts, we continuously monitor industry developments to offer practical solutions for current challenges.
getolo's company culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and agility—always with a strong focus on the needs of our customers. With a team of around 200 employees, getolo is led by Daniel Gadea (CEO) and Laura Wulff (CGO). getolo is a partner of DA Direkt and part of the Zurich Group Germany.
getolo is an equal opportunity and diversity employer. We strive to create a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all our team members, regardless of ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, limitations and talents of any kind, physical appearance, social background, marital status, age, or religion (or lack thereof).
When you apply, we focus solely on your experience and motivation. You decide what additional information you want to disclose (photo, marital status, religion, gender, nationality, etc.). We value and treat all applications equally.
Contact:
getolo Recruiting Team
We don’t just offer insurance. We create solutions tailored to needs.
Founded in 2015, getolo builds and operates holistic insurance solutions, radically centered around you. We believe in offering a solution for everyone’s individual needs, so that they and their loved ones can be more carefree. Our solutions are built through conversations with our customers, teams and market specialists. We call this our expert insurance approach.
Today, every fourth new online customer in Germany chooses us as their partner for dental and pet health insurance. Our first two brands, dentolo and petolo, are rated 4.5+ of 5 on Google - unlike any other provider. We are customer-obsessed experts that love working together as a team. Our culture is built on collaboration, fast execution and bold actions, always caring about the customer first.