IS COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST & DPO

We're a tech-driven insurance company with Latvian roots, causing waves in the industry with our fresh approach. Our secret? Placing people's lifestyles at the heart of our products and leveraging the power of automation. The result is an insurance experience that's as hassle-free as it gets. No need to buy and cancel policies anymore - just a simple, convenient subscription service that smoothly integrates insurance into your everyday life. Today, we are sprinkled across Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, France, Germany, Italy, and Estonia. We're all over the place, and we're just getting started. We are on a mission to redefine the way you think about insurance. As an IS Compliance Specialist & DPO, you will be the cornerstone of our compliance and data protection strategies, ensuring that our operations not only meet regulatory requirements but also uphold the integrity and security of our data and IT processes. You will work closely with various departments to manage compliance gaps, conduct risk assessments, and foster a culture of data protection and IT security within the organization. Get ready to: Conduct compliance analyses, monitor the implementation status of compliance requirements, and manage identified compliance gaps and risks. Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive GDPR compliance strategies across HQ and the branches. Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments for projects, ensuring data protection risks are identified and mitigated. Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with GDPR. Educate and train stakeholders on compliance, security, and GDPR matters, fostering a culture of awareness and diligence. Ensure compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) by implementing and maintaining robust ICT risk management frameworks. Collaborate with various departments to address and manage compliance issues, providing regular updates to management on compliance status and risks. About you: You have strong knowledge of IT processes and their integration into compliance and security frameworks. You have a deep understanding of information security standards and best practices. You are experienced in managing GDPR compliance strategies and ensuring compliance with DORA requirements. You are proactive in identifying and managing risks with a strategic mindset. You are a results-driven individual who approaches work with positivity, openness, and energy. To fit in here you’ll need: At least 3 years of experience in IT, Information Security, or a related field. Proven experience in GDPR compliance and IT auditing or compliance activities. Strong knowledge of IT processes, information security standards, and best practices. Excellent project management skills and proficiency in using JIRA and Confluence. Fluent in English with excellent communication skills, both spoken and written. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in ensuring compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). Experience in scope of ISO 27001 standard compliance. Professional certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM). Certification in the scope of auditing and security (e.g., Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and similar). Reasons why you’ll love it here: You will be working from our modern HQ offices in the Riga city centre, while also having the option of a nomad-desk. What does that mean? Simple! In addition to our HQ, you can occasionally choose to work from dynamic locations across Riga, Tallinn, Warsaw, and Vilnius, or, if you wish, your home office. Say goodbye to micromanagement and hello to creative freedom! Our flat organizational structure empowers each employee to make meaningful decisions and contribute directly to our shared vision. Our OKR (Objective and Key Results) bonus system aligns your personal goals with company objectives, giving you the freedom to grow in a way you see fit and earn a little extra along the way. Balcia brings a whole new meaning to insurance, making it dynamic, vibrant, and full of exciting surprises! From creative brainstorming and innovative projects to unique collaborations, it's never boring at Balcia! To make your start here as smooth as possible we'll provide effective onboarding and any additional training or guidance you may need. You'll receive a competitive salary that's based on your competencies and previous experience. What's more, you'll receive high-quality health insurance (from day one!), additional paid days off, amazing discounts on Balcia products to keep you and your family safe, and many more. As lovers of surprises, we make sure that each year our benefits package is reviewed with the intent to include even more bonuses! Pleasures No 1: Flex to the max. Sounds a bit stale, right? No 2: What ceiling? There are no stop signs for your growth at Balcia. Come work for us and become your best self. No 3: Bonuses or pop-up parties? How about both! If you work hard, we dish out bonuses and host parties to celebrate. How often? We look at our quarterly results and then put it to a vote. #J-18808-Ljbffr