Head of Security Advisory (IAM focus)

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

ABOUT US:

Security is a core pillar of our business, and our Information Security Advisory & Testing function plays a critical role in enabling secure growth across the organization.

The Security Advisory team acts as an internal consulting partner, providing expert guidance on data security, identity governance, and modern Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). We work closely with Corporate Systems, engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure that sensitive data is properly classified, protected, and governed across the enterprise.

The team is structured across two core domains: Identity & Access Governance (internal access control and identity management) and Data Security & DSPM (data classification, data flow visibility, and data leakage prevention). Together, we strengthen the company’s data security posture and promote responsible data usage across all functions.

THE CHALLENGE:

As the Head of Security Advisory, you will define and drive the strategic direction of our data-centric security program. Reporting to the VP, Information Security Advisory & Testing, you will lead a specialized global team and act as a senior internal consultant on data protection, identity governance, and secure architecture.

This role combines leadership, advisory, and hands-on expertise. You may lead a team of security professionals or operate as a senior individual contributor, depending on your profile and strengths. In either case, you will own and evolve our data security strategy while strengthening collaboration across corporate technology and product environments.

Key responsibilities:

Lead a High-Performing Team

Manage and mentor a team of security professionals, fostering accountability, technical excellence, and continuous development across identity and data security domains.

Data Security Strategy

Define, evolve, and execute the company’s data classification and data protection strategy, ensuring alignment with broader security and business objectives.

DSPM Ownership

Oversee implementation and continuous improvement of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) capabilities, ensuring visibility into sensitive data locations, flows, and risks.

Data Leakage Prevention & Monitoring

Drive initiatives to identify how data moves across systems, detect potential leakage vectors, and implement controls to reduce risk.

Identity & Access Governance

Provide strong leadership in identity management and internal access control, ensuring appropriate governance over privileged and business-critical access.

Technical Program Leadership

Partner with Corporate Systems, engineering, and product teams to embed secure-by-design principles into new initiatives and technology transformations.

Internal Advisory & Consulting

Act as a senior advisor to internal stakeholders on secure data handling, architecture decisions, and regulatory compliance considerations.

Governance & Executive Reporting

Develop high-quality dashboards, risk metrics, and executive-level reporting to provide visibility into data security posture and risk trends.

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Identify, evaluate, and prioritize data security risks across systems and workflows, ensuring clear remediation ownership and cross-functional execution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as the primary point of contact for data security matters, promoting awareness, driving process improvements, and strengthening a culture of responsible data use.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Stay current on emerging technologies, regulations, and industry best practices in data security, DSPM, and identity governance, ensuring our controls remain robust and forward-looking.

ABOUT YOU:

You are a senior security professional with strong expertise in data security and governance, combined with the ability to operate strategically and hands-on. You are comfortable acting as an internal consultant, influencing senior stakeholders, and shaping long-term security direction.

You bring leadership maturity, structured thinking, and a deep understanding of how to protect data across modern enterprise environments.

Required Experience:

• 8–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong focus on data security, data governance, cloud security, or identity management

• Proven experience leading teams or security programs, ideally within data-focused or governance-driven environments

• Strong knowledge of data classification models and data lifecycle management

• Hands-on experience with DSPM concepts and tooling

• Experience collaborating with enterprise IT / Corporate Systems and product teams

• Deep understanding of identity governance and internal access control mechanisms

• Strong understanding of risk management principles across cloud and on-prem environments

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level reporting

• Fluency in English

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with DSPM platforms, DLP technologies, or data governance frameworks

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to data protection (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC)

• Background in internal advisory, architecture reviews, or technical project leadership

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent

OUR OFFER:

• A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and US) 

• Ability to shape your own workday and career via a clearly defined professional and personal development plan

• Opportunity to work with senior leadership team and develop yourself within an inspiring and fast-growing company 

• Vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups which welcome all participants 

• Flexible working hours 

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Recruiter Screen – Initial conversation with our Talent Acquisition Partner.

• Expertise Interview –a deep-dive session focused on assessing your technical authority, strategic thinking, and advisory capabilities in the domains of data security, identity governance, and DSPM

• Final Interview – follow up discussion to learn more about your knowledge, collaboration, leadership, ownership, and team fit.

 

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!