Senior Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist (m/f/d)
City: Munich
Department: IT & Engineering
Recruiter: Mykhailo Shpygotskyi
At Flix, we offer a dynamic work environment with competitive pay, strong growth opportunities, and a tech-driven approach to making travel more accessible, sustainable, and affordable.
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist (m/f/d) to join the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) organization of a company operating across 4 continents and 45 countries. In this pivotal role, you will help shape and maintain the company’s information and cybersecurity program, ensuring alignment with varied regulatory requirements while supporting audit-readiness and legislative compliance efforts. This is an opportunity to have meaningful impact on a company-wide cybersecurity program.
About the Role
- Interpret and apply cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIS2, or BSI IT-Grundschutz across multiple jurisdictions
- Work closely with legal, regulatory, and operational teams to assess and implement compliance measures in line with local and international legislation
- Support the preparation and execution of internal and external audits
- Communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders—from engineers to executives—about cybersecurity risks, controls, and legal obligations
- Lead initiatives from ideation to implementation, collaborating with cross-functional and distributed teams
- Stay current with cybersecurity developments, technology trends, major incidents, and emerging legislation
About You
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in information and cybersecurity across European and U.S. jurisdictions
- Solid knowledge of one or more security frameworks: ISO/IEC 27001, NIS2, BSI, or equivalents
- Experience in regulatory compliance, audit support, and interpreting legal and regulatory implications for large organizations
- Familiarity with working in a product-led tech environment, where teams operate independently and require decentralized but coordinated security oversight
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex topics to diverse audiences
- Fluent in English (written and spoken), additional languages are a plus
- Comfortable working in a multicultural, international environment and across remote teams on large-scale projects
- A genuine passion for cybersecurity and staying up to date with the latest threats, regulations, and best practices
- Experience in or knowledge of rail operations is a strong advantage
We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
- Work from (M)Anywhere: Depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
- Hybrid work model: We are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life.
- Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members.
- Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills.
- Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career.
To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career
Why Join Flix?
At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.
If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you!