Lead IAM Security Expert
As the Lead IAM Expert 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.
- Lead a High-Performing Team
- Data Security Strategy
- DSPM Ownership
- Data Leakage Prevention & Monitoring
- Identity & Access Governance
- Technical Program Leadership
- Internal Advisory & Consulting
- Governance & Executive Reporting
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- 8–10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong focus on data security, data governance, cloud security, or identity management (required)
- Strong knowledge of data classification models and data lifecycle management (required)
- Hands-on experience with DSPM concepts and tooling (required)
- Experience collaborating with enterprise IT / Corporate Systems and product teams (required)
- Deep understanding of identity governance and internal access control mechanisms (required)
- Strong understanding of risk management principles across cloud and on-prem environments (required)
- Proven experience leading teams or security programs, ideally within data-focused or governance-driven environments (nice-to-have)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level reporting (required)
- Fluency in English (required)
- Experience with DSPM platforms, DLP technologies, or data governance frameworks (preferred)
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to data protection (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC) (preferred)
- Background in internal advisory, architecture reviews, or technical project leadership (preferred)
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent (preferred)
- 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.
Sportradar is a global sports technology company that collects, analyses and distributes sports data to betting operators, sports leagues and media companies. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and founded in 2001, it provides betting services, managed trading, integrity monitoring and audiovisual streaming across hundreds of sports. The company holds official data partnerships with organisations including the NBA, NHL, FIFA and ICC. Sportradar is listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange and employs several thousand people worldwide.
