Information Security Specialist

Protecting one billion people from cyber threats? If you find this proposition more exciting than scary, come on board and grow with us.

Whalebone is a global company working on user-centric cybersecurity products for telcos, ISPs, enterprises, public institutions, and governments that provide millions of everyday internet users unyielding protection from malware, phishing schemes, ransomware, and other malicious digital attacks without the need for them to download anything. Whalebone is headquartered in Brno, Czech Republic.

At this point, Whalebone has 400+ customers in telecommunications and corporate sectors (A1, O2 Telefonica, Tele2, Panasonic, Bauhaus, and many others) around the globe. With over 160 team members of multiple nationalities, Whalebone ranked 22nd in Deloitte’s list of fastest-growing companies in Central Europe.

In this role, you will partner with R&D, Legal, and customer-facing teams to ensure our products and internal environment remain secure while enabling fast and sustainable growth. Your work will directly impact how we detect threats, respond to vulnerabilities, and build trust with our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and continuously improve internal security measures to protect people, devices, and data
  • Actively monitor cybersecurity risks and emerging threats, introducing timely mitigation strategies
  • Handle incoming vulnerability reports and coordinate their assessment and resolution
  • Collaborate with R&D on product security and support secure development practices
  • Support customer-facing teams by addressing security-related questions and building trust
  • Contribute to incident response activities and help improve detection and response capabilities
  • Drive security awareness across the company and promote a security-first mindset

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or a related role
  • Solid understanding of common threat vectors and modern attack techniques
  • Basic knowledge of cryptography principles
  • Experience with vulnerability management or security operations
  • Ability to explain cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to identify and address security risks independently


Nice to have

  • Cybersecurity certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, Security+).
  • Experience working with security standards or regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO, GDPR)
  • Experience supporting audits or certification processes (e.g. SOC 2)


Why to work with us?

  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of HO 
  • 20+5 vacation days, a rewarding financial package, performance bonuses, and the option to choose ESOP as a benefit.
  • Make a meaningful difference in the world by protecting both everyday people and important institutions from cyberattacks.
  • Terrace - beautiful view and available for private parties
  • Regular events & teambuilding - grill, enjoy pub quiz or have breakfast with us

Position details

  • Work setup: On-site
  • Location: Jezuitská 14/13, Brno, Czech Republic
  • Job type: Full-time