About the role

The Head of Cybersecurity APAC will act as the regional lead to ensure the execution of global cybersecurity strategies and policies. They will provide risk-based decision support and advisory to regional business and IT teams while managing security risks and compliance.

What they look for

Cybersecurity IT governance Risk management Security architecture Cloud security Infrastructure security Compliance Information security Strategic planning Stakeholder management Incident management Vulnerability management Audit Policy development Cybersecurity awareness

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, or risk management. A university degree in a relevant field and professional certifications such as CISSP or CISM are preferred.

Benefits

Flexible work scheme Hybrid work model Work from anywhere policy Growth opportunities Health and preventive care programs Gender-neutral parental leave Employee share plan Group insurance scheme Annual physical examination Flexible benefits Company products discount

Full description

What you´ll do

Act as regional cybersecurity lead for APAC, representing the global Cybersecurity team and ensuring regional execution of global cybersecurity strategy, policies, and standards.

Enable APAC business and IT teams to operate securely by providing practical guidance, risk-based decision support, and cybersecurity advisory for regional initiatives.

Drive cybersecurity initiatives in the region, including implementation of global security programs, remediation activities, control improvements, and regional risk reduction measures.

Ensure compliance with applicable regional cybersecurity regulations and internal security requirements, coordinating with Legal, Compliance, Privacy, IT, and business stakeholders.

Strengthen cybersecurity awareness and secure behavior across the APAC region through targeted communication, training, and engagement with local management teams.

Coordinate regional security risks, incidents, audit findings, and vulnerability topics with global cybersecurity functions and ensure timely follow-up with accountable owners.

What makes you a good fit

Minimal education required: University degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.

Minimal work experience (years): 8+ years.

Area of specialization: Cybersecurity, IT governance, risk management, security architecture, cloud/infrastructure security.

Further education required: CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001, cloud security, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications preferred.

Languages: English (fluent); additional APAC regional languages a plus.

Some perks of joining Henkel

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
Annual Physical Examination
Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
Company Products Discount

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.