Switzerland Job Openings

Solveva

Head of Information Security and Infrastructure / CISO

September 4, 2024

CH, BG
You can join a high-performing international team dedicated to software engineering for leading global (re-)insurers.
About the role
At Solveva, we are committed to maintaining and continually improving a secure IT landscape. This ensures our ability to protect both our own information assets and those of our clients. Join our team of software developers and insurance risk specialists and become the go-to person for future-proofing our systems.


In this role
You will work comprehensively as Solveva’s infrastructure and security specialist. In this role, you will maintain our high-level policies and frameworks and oversee the security configurations of our computer systems, interacting with all internal and external stakeholders.



What you'll be doing


In this position, you will:

  • Develop and manage the ISMS (Information Security Management System)
  • Organize internal audits
  • Continuously improve Solveva’s security landscape
  • Adhere to the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards and manage our yearly re-certification under ISO/IEC 27001
  • Support the software development and management teams with security-related tasks.
  • Monitor the company’s infrastructure, from end-user devices to cloud infrastructures
  • Drive preventive and corrective efforts to maintain and improve overall security.
  • Work closely with architects, system administrators, and Dev Ops administrators to select and implement hardware, software, and cloud infrastructures for the company.
  • Engage directly with clients to address their security concerns, develop trust, and ensure that Solveva's security practices meet their specific needs and expectations.


Your Skills and Experience



As the go-to person for all things information and infrastructure security, you will be a key point of contact for all Solveva colleagues as well as for clients. You’ll bring excellent communication skills and an intrinsic passion for cybersecurity.


  • You enjoy collaboration and work independently to achieve common goals.
  • You have strong analytical thinking skills.
  • You engage openly in discussions, learn from others’ perspectives, and develop effective solutions.
  • You seek to understand client needs, listening and clarifying any uncertainties to foster alignment.
  • You can navigate complexity and ambiguity as you implement structure and systems.
  • You can present information clearly in reports and documentation.
  • You are motivated to satisfy the requirements of a highly regulated industry.

To succeed in your role, the following experience would be beneficial:


  • Degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related discipline
  • 5+ years’ experience in implementing hardware infrastructures, cloud infrastructure, ISMS frameworks
  • Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, and application architectures
  • 3+ years’ experience in vulnerability scanning, analysis, and mitigation
  • Experience working with Microsoft Intune or similar MDM (Mobile Device Management) tools and vulnerability scanners
  • 3+ years’ experience with containerized infrastructures (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Business fluency in English


Should you not meet 100% of these requirements but believe that your experience and motivation qualify you to apply, we would be happy to hear from you!



Reasons you’ll love working here


  • Entrepreneurial spirit: make your own path in our growing Insurtech company
  • Positive atmosphere: we care about our teammates and want each individual to succeed
  • Equality: our owner-led company has a flat structure and collaborative decision-making principles
  • Innovation: be at the forefront of industry trends in our small and agile company
  • Trust and autonomy: we offer flexibility for remote and hybrid work, encouraging work-life balance
  • Diverse skills: develop a wide range of skills and strengthen your expertise with further education
  • Latest tech: select your preferred hardware (Windows or Mac laptop) and additional tech equipment


About Solveva



At Solveva, we develop pricing and risk management tools for re/insurance companies. Combining cutting-edge software engineering with a deep understanding of the re/insurance risk landscape, we offer scalable solutions to streamline processes, enhance profitability, and strengthen market resilience



With Actus, our low-code actuarial platform, clients can select the modules they need to enter new markets, underwrite new lines of business, or modernize outdated platforms. We also provide bespoke solutions to create new or enhance existing pricing and underwriting tools.



Headquartered in Switzerland, with hubs in Bulgaria, Georgia, and Portugal, Solveva's cross-functional teams bring actuaries, software developers, and quality and design engineers together to deliver innovative solutions for complex challenges.



We encourage employees to take on a high level of personal responsibility, pursuing personal growth and developing technical skills within a collaborative corporate culture.



We want our team to be willing to take risks and to challenge the status quo. We recognize that having an open mind is essential for a company to remain competitive and to stay ahead of the curve.


20 years
of insurance-driven software

About Solveva20
About the role
At Solveva, we are committed to maintaining and continually improving a secure IT landscape. This ensures our ability to protect both our own information assets and those of our clients. Join our team of software developers and insurance risk specialists and become the go-to person for future-proofing our systems.


In this role
You will work comprehensively as Solveva’s infrastructure and security specialist. In this role, you will maintain our high-level policies and frameworks and oversee the security configurations of our computer systems, interacting with all internal and external stakeholders.



What you'll be doing


In this position, you will:

  • Develop and manage the ISMS (Information Security Management System)
  • Organize internal audits
  • Continuously improve Solveva’s security landscape
  • Adhere to the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards and manage our yearly re-certification under ISO/IEC 27001
  • Support the software development and management teams with security-related tasks.
  • Monitor the company’s infrastructure, from end-user devices to cloud infrastructures
  • Drive preventive and corrective efforts to maintain and improve overall security.
  • Work closely with architects, system administrators, and Dev Ops administrators to select and implement hardware, software, and cloud infrastructures for the company.
  • Engage directly with clients to address their security concerns, develop trust, and ensure that Solveva's security practices meet their specific needs and expectations.


Your Skills and Experience



As the go-to person for all things information and infrastructure security, you will be a key point of contact for all Solveva colleagues as well as for clients. You’ll bring excellent communication skills and an intrinsic passion for cybersecurity.


  • You enjoy collaboration and work independently to achieve common goals.
  • You have strong analytical thinking skills.
  • You engage openly in discussions, learn from others’ perspectives, and develop effective solutions.
  • You seek to understand client needs, listening and clarifying any uncertainties to foster alignment.
  • You can navigate complexity and ambiguity as you implement structure and systems.
  • You can present information clearly in reports and documentation.
  • You are motivated to satisfy the requirements of a highly regulated industry.

To succeed in your role, the following experience would be beneficial:


  • Degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related discipline
  • 5+ years’ experience in implementing hardware infrastructures, cloud infrastructure, ISMS frameworks
  • Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, and application architectures
  • 3+ years’ experience in vulnerability scanning, analysis, and mitigation
  • Experience working with Microsoft Intune or similar MDM (Mobile Device Management) tools and vulnerability scanners
  • 3+ years’ experience with containerized infrastructures (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • Business fluency in English


Should you not meet 100% of these requirements but believe that your experience and motivation qualify you to apply, we would be happy to hear from you!



Reasons you’ll love working here


  • Entrepreneurial spirit: make your own path in our growing Insurtech company
  • Positive atmosphere: we care about our teammates and want each individual to succeed
  • Equality: our owner-led company has a flat structure and collaborative decision-making principles
  • Innovation: be at the forefront of industry trends in our small and agile company
  • Trust and autonomy: we offer flexibility for remote and hybrid work, encouraging work-life balance
  • Diverse skills: develop a wide range of skills and strengthen your expertise with further education
  • Latest tech: select your preferred hardware (Windows or Mac laptop) and additional tech equipment


About Solveva



At Solveva, we develop pricing and risk management tools for re/insurance companies. Combining cutting-edge software engineering with a deep understanding of the re/insurance risk landscape, we offer scalable solutions to streamline processes, enhance profitability, and strengthen market resilience



With Actus, our low-code actuarial platform, clients can select the modules they need to enter new markets, underwrite new lines of business, or modernize outdated platforms. We also provide bespoke solutions to create new or enhance existing pricing and underwriting tools.



Headquartered in Switzerland, with hubs in Bulgaria, Georgia, and Portugal, Solveva's cross-functional teams bring actuaries, software developers, and quality and design engineers together to deliver innovative solutions for complex challenges.



We encourage employees to take on a high level of personal responsibility, pursuing personal growth and developing technical skills within a collaborative corporate culture.



20 years
of insurance-driven software

About Solveva20
Fair compensation package
We value your skills and your commitment with which you contribute to the overall team success by a competitive package of salary and other benefits. Furthermore, the long-term strategy of Solveva provides you a financially safe environment.
Transparent career path
Objective 360 degree assessments and regular exchanges with our HR ensure that you always know where you stand and what it takes to grow at Solveva. You are supported by a wide range of internal and external training programmes and certifications.
Team spirit
We have built a supportive and collaborative environment where team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas. All colleagues are encouraged to put team goals over personal goals.
Adopting fit-for-purpose technologies
We continuously evaluate and explore the latest technologies to select an innovative, cost-effective, and reliable technology stack for our solutions.
Trust-based culture
Trust is an integral part of our values. We promote honest and open communication within the company. We are an owner-operated company – our management keeps its promises.
Equal opportunity
Our fair hiring practices, unbiased performance evaluations, and access to professional development opportunities provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed and advance within the company. Did you know that we celebrate our company anniversary on March 8th, International Women’s Day?
Flat hierarchies
We are hiring smart, intrinsically motivated talents and experts with a strong team spirit, who do not need an elaborated hierarchy. Does this resonate with you?
Office, remote, or hybrid work
Our culture of trust and modern infrastructure empower you to choose the work environment that aligns best with your preferences. We collaborate to establish a flexible arrangement that suits you.
Long-term view
Whatever decision is taken, it is always under the premise that the company shall exist for decades to come. We invest long-term in the development of our own tools, latest third-party development, and, above all, in the development of our employees.
We work hard and play hard
We understand that in today’s fast-paced world, where people are constantly connected to their work, it has become increasingly important to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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