Cyber Security - Information Technology Division, Rakuten General Insurance Co., Ltd.(Secondment)

Job Description

This role supports cybersecurity for Rakuten General Insurance as a secondment from Rakuten. The successful candidate is expected to help protect systems and information through security monitoring, risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response, access control, and compliance activities. Experience in information security, network or system administration, security operations, or IT risk management is likely required. Familiarity with security frameworks, cloud environments, endpoint protection, logs, and incident-handling procedures would be valuable. Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, be able to coordinate with technical and business teams, and work responsibly with sensitive information. Japanese proficiency is likely important because the role involves a Japanese insurance business, internal stakeholders, and regulatory requirements.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo. It operates a broad ecosystem spanning e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, advertising, travel, and professional sports. Rakuten’s services are connected through its membership and loyalty platform, allowing customers to earn and use Rakuten Points across many products. The group also includes financial businesses such as Rakuten Card, Rakuten Bank, Rakuten Securities, and Rakuten General Insurance. With operations and partnerships in Japan and overseas, Rakuten employs people from diverse technical, commercial, and cultural backgrounds. Its working environment is generally entrepreneurial and fast-moving, with strong emphasis on digital innovation, data, customer experience, and collaboration across businesses. This position places cybersecurity expertise within the group’s insurance operations, where protecting customer, financial, and regulatory data is especially important.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in cybersecurity, software engineering, cloud services, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, tourism, and education, with the largest concentration of international roles in Tokyo, Osaka, and other major cities. Workplace culture values punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and careful attention to detail. English-speaking positions exist, although Japanese ability substantially improves career prospects and daily life. Japan provides an appealing lifestyle with excellent public transport, safety, healthcare, food, and cultural experiences, but housing and commuting costs can be high in Tokyo. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by the hiring company; qualifications and job duties must match the visa category. Relocating typically involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, banking, and a mobile service after arrival. Families should also research schools and dependent visa rules. Learning practical Japanese and understanding local workplace etiquette will make integration considerably easier.