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Senior Information Security Manager (f/m/d)

Applike Group · Hamburg

On-siteSeniorPosted 11 Aug 2026

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Job description

Shape the Future of Security at one of the Fastest-Growing Tech Startups in Germany!

Are you passionate about building and scaling robust security in a dynamic tech environment? Do you thrive on taking ownership and working closely with Founders? If so, AppLike Group is looking for a Senior Information Security Manager based in Hamburg to join our talented team of 500+ people in Hamburg, Boston, Tokyo, and Singapore and help us secure our exciting growth journey.

At applike group, we're building innovative AdTech and mobile gaming experiences that reach millions of users worldwide. We move fast, embrace new technologies, and value a collaborative, results-driven culture. As our Information Security Manager, you won't just be maintaining the status quo – you'll be a key player in shaping our security landscape.

What you will do:

Drive our security roadmap: Develop and implement practical, scalable security policies and procedures that align with our rapid growth and business objectives.

Architect and implement security solutions: Evaluate, deploy, and manage security tools and technologies that fit our evolving needs, with a focus on cloud security.

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Be the security champion: Proactively identify and mitigate security risks across our infrastructure, applications, and data.

Be the go to person: manage stakeholders like internal and external auditors, certification companies, German authorities or similar

Navigate the compliance landscape: Ensure we meet relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices in a pragmatic way.

Empower our teams with security awareness: Foster a balanced security-first culture through engaging training and communication.

Lead incident response efforts: Develop and execute effective plans to handle and learn from any security incidents.

Collaborate closely with the IT Ops team: Integrate security seamlessly into our IT landscape and lifecycle.

Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously research the latest threats and trends to keep our defences strong

Who you are:

You have a solid understanding of information security principles and best practices, with 3+ years of relevant experience, e.g. gained in Big4, IT consulting or a fast-growing scale-up.

You have successfully completed your studies, ideally in Business Informatics, Business Administration or a comparable field.

You're familiar with cloud security (AWS) and the security challenges of modern web applications.

You have a proven track record of implementing and managing security controls and technologies.

You're comfortable with risk assessment, vulnerability management, and incident response processes.

You're a strong communicator who can explain technical security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences at various levels.

You're fluent in English and German (both need to be at least at the C1 level)

Crucially, you have a proactive, hands-on mentality and are excited to build and shape security in a dynamic startup environment.

Fuel for the Journey: Benefits to Support Your Ambitions

Invest in Your Future : Regular feedback and our development program support your growth, helping you expand your skill set and achieve your career goals.

Easy Arrival to applike : From signing to settling in Hamburg, we’ve got you covered. Need a visa? No problem. Ready to build your new life and career at applike in Hamburg? We support every ambition - from learning German to a relocation bonus that helps you settle in and make Hamburg feel like home.

Live Your Best Life, at Work and Beyond : We work in a hybrid setup with 3 core office days, plus flexible working hours. Enjoy 30 vacation days, 3 weeks of remote work per year, and free access to an in-house gym with lots of different fitness classes and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Thrive Where You Work : Enjoy the Alster Lake view from our central office with top-notch equipment, fun open spaces, and a large variety of snacks and drinks.

Join the Community! Participate in regular team and company events, including hackathons and social gatherings. We work together, and we celebrate together, too.

The Interview Process:

1st Interview with TA Manager

2nd Interview with Senior IT Team Member

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3rd Interview with General Legal Counsel

Final get-to-know with MD People & Group Services

Our mission is to create an inspiring work environment for amazing people to achieve extraordinary things. Be part of it !

Skip writing cover letters. Tell us about your most passionate personal project, your desired salary, and your earliest possible start date. We are looking forward to your application!

We welcome applications from people who will contribute to the diversity of our company.

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