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GRC Specialist (German-speaking)

Secfix
Contract type
Freelance
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Mid-level · 3+ years

Job description

GRC Specialist at Secfix responsible for building and maintaining compliance frameworks in the platform, running internal audits for customers, and owning compliance content quality. The role sits at the intersection of compliance delivery, content, and team support, working closely with the co-founder & CISO and CS Lead.

At a glance

Employment
Full-time · Employee (employment agreement)
Work mode
Remote
Languages
German – C1/C2, English – fluent

What you'll do

  • Build and maintain compliance frameworks in the Secfix platform (ISO 27001, TISAX, SOC 2, GDPR, NIS 2, DORA, ISO 27017/27018, ISO 42001, C5, and more as we expand)
  • Own internal audits for our customers end to end, from kickoff through to the final report they take into their external audit
  • Keep several audits moving at once and keep every one on schedule
  • Implement ISO 27001 and adjacent frameworks end-to-end for customers
  • Own the quality of compliance content in the platform (including creating policies, automated checks, evidence templates, Compliance enable playbooks for our CSMs, security awareness trainings and more)
  • Close framework gaps and incorporate auditor feedback into both team practice and platform improvements
  • Partner with product and engineering to translate compliance gaps into structured product work
  • Collaborate closely with CS, Product, and Founders to align compliance, customer, and roadmap priorities
  • Deepen relationships with our existing certification partners and train auditors on the Secfix platform so they can confidently use it during customer audits

What we're looking for

  • German (C1/C2) and English (fluent) are a must for this role
  • 3+ years of hands-on information security and GRC experience
  • Led at least 1 successful ISO 27001 certification projects as an implementer and/or auditor at a startup or mid-market company
  • You have run at least 2 internal audits before
  • Hands on experience with a GRC platform like Secfix, or similar GRC platforms
  • Real depth in at least one framework beyond ISO 27001 (TISAX, SOC 2, GDPR, NIS2, or similar)
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to break down ambiguous initiatives into concrete deliverables, prioritizes ruthlessly, and ships
  • Excellent written communication, especially in producing clear, precise compliance content for diverse audiences (auditors, founders, engineers)
  • Strong ownership mindset: operates as an individual contributor without waiting for direction
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on technical experience

Nice to have

  • Experience mentoring or coaching colleagues in a compliance, audit, or GRC context
  • Experience in a startup environment is a plus
  • A PECB ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification or a direct equivalent

Your team

Compliance

Sits at the intersection of compliance delivery, content, and team support; works closely with the co-founder & CISO and the CS Lead.

Benefits

Industry-competitive local salaries. We pay local rates that are at or above the market. We share this philosophy with GitLab

  • 100% remote work with a virtual office in Gather
  • Generous equity package – we're all owners of Secfix and beneficiaries of our collective success
  • We are backed by top VCs and accelerators and have direct access to world-class mentors
  • €1,000 annual personal development budget
  • Home office budget and access to co-working spaces
  • 26 days holiday + local public holidays
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Annual retreat to build connections and inspire ideas (this year we're headed to Milan!)
  • Company-wide events to build relationships and have some fun!
  • Latest tech equipment (MacBook, monitors, headphones)

How to get hired

  1. 1Screening call with Talent team
  2. 2Take-home Assessment
  3. 31.5hr Assessment review and interview with our CS Lead and CEO
  4. 445 min - Final Founder Interview with Co-Founders (CTO & CISO)

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About Secfix

Automating security compliance in Europe

Secfix is at the forefront of automating security compliance in Europe. We help companies get and stay ISO 27001, GDPR, TISAX, and SOC 2 fast and easy and reduce hundreds of hours of manual work. Secfix is run by a 100% remote team with hubs in Munich, Berlin and London.

Mission

Help companies get and stay ISO 27001, GDPR, TISAX, and SOC 2 fast and easy and reduce hundreds of hours of manual work.

Key facts

  • Security compliance automation
  • 100% remote team with hubs in Munich, Berlin and London
  • Raised a $12M Series A
  • Backed by top VCs, including Alstin Capital, Neosfer (Commerzbank), and Bayern Capital

Partners & customers

Alstin CapitalNeosfer (Commerzbank)Bayern Capital