Cybersecurity Domain Lead - Sustainability, Growth and R&I

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
We are looking for:

• A proactive and trusted Cybersecurity Domain Lead to join Syensqo’s Growth and Digital Innovation team. In this central role, you will enable secure and successful digital transformation across Sustainability, Growth Enablement, and R&I
• You will collaborate closely with both business and technical teams to assess needs, establish effective security practices, and promote team behaviors that drive delivery excellence
• Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance and process alignment, as well as supporting, coaching, and empowering teams to deliver secure and innovative solutions across these critical domains

We count on you to:
CISO Office Representation

• Serve as the CISO Office’s representative within the assigned IT domain, ensuring alignment with Syensqo’s security strategy and objectives

Active Partnership & Coaching

• Collaborate with teams to provide hands-on support, constructive challenge, and practical coaching
• Help teams overcome obstacles, especially during high-pressure or complex situations, and guide them to successful outcomes

Delivery Enablement

• Facilitate progress by identifying and removing barriers, enabling teams to embed security into their projects from the outset
• Ensure cybersecurity is an enabler for innovation and growth, not a constraint

Fostering Team Behaviors

• Promote a culture of shared responsibility for cybersecurity
• Encourage open communication, continuous learning, and the adoption of best practices that support both operational excellence and robust security

Management Team Participation & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a key member of the management team, contributing to strategic decisions and helping navigate complex or sensitive cybersecurity topics
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, acting as a trusted advisor and effective communicator

Solution-Oriented Approach

• When challenges arise, actively seek alternatives and facilitate progress, rather than simply enforcing boundaries
• Encourage creative problem-solving and help teams find secure, practical paths forward

Compliance & Process Alignment

• Ensure all activities adhere to relevant internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Integrate compliance and process alignment into broader delivery and innovation activities, maintaining a holistic approach to security

Continuous Assessment & Improvement

• Regularly assess current security practices, identify opportunities for enhancement, and drive the adoption of improved processes and technologies
• Support teams in implementing changes that strengthen both security and operational performance

You will bring:
Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology or related fields (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in Information Security, IT operations or related roles
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and regulations (e.g. SOX, ISO 27001, NIST)
• Experience with risk management, vulnerability management and compliance assessments
• Ability to lead cross-functional security initiatives and drive results
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA) are a plus

Skills and behavioral competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Strong coaching, facilitation and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, build trust and influence across teams and management levels
• Solution-oriented mindset with a track record of enabling delivery and overcoming obstacles
• Deep understanding of security best practices, compliance requirements and risk management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Language skills

• Fluent English
• French is a plus

You will get:

• The Italian annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: € 62,000 to € 92,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also include bonus and/or other incentives
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

• Hybrid working model
• The primary location for this job is Italy; however, it may also be based in other countries. For other countries, local competitive salary conditions will apply, in line with local legislation. Information will be provided before your first interview

About Us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.