Security Architect

Freelance Security Architect

Germany (Remote/On-site Hybrid)

Freelance, Project-based

Cybersecurity, IT, OT Security

Senior

Overview:

We are looking for a Freelance Security Architect to join our team and help design, implement, and enhance robust security architectures for a diverse portfolio of clients across industries such as manufacturing, energy, financial services, and critical infrastructure. Based in Munich, this role provides a hybrid working model with a mix of remote work and occasional on-site presence at client locations in Munich and across Germany.

As a Security Architect, you will play a key role in analyzing complex environments, developing tailored security frameworks, and ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations. Your expertise will drive the security strategy and ensure that our clients' systems are secure, resilient, and future-proof against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement comprehensive security architectures for IT and OT environments, ensuring the protection of critical assets.
• Lead the development of security strategies, frameworks, and processes tailored to client needs and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct security assessments and risk analysis to identify gaps and provide mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business objectives and align security designs with operational goals.
• Provide expert guidance on the secure integration of IT/OT systems, ensuring seamless communication between industrial control systems (ICS) and corporate IT networks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards, including GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS2 Directive, and IEC 62443 for OT environments.
• Oversee the implementation of security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, identity management, encryption, and secure access controls.
• Engage with internal teams and external partners to manage security projects from design through to implementation and testing.
• Stay current with emerging security technologies, threats, and trends, ensuring that security designs are future-proof and adaptable to evolving risks.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in security architecture, with a strong focus on both IT and OT (Operational Technology) environments.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing complex security architectures for large organizations or critical infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, IAM solutions, IDS/IPS, encryption, and cloud security.
• Experience with OT security standards and regulations (IEC 62443, NIST, IT-Sicherheitsgesetz).
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and conducting security risk assessments.
• Experience working with industrial systems (SCADA, ICS) and managing the convergence of IT and OT security.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, or SABSA are highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in German is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous consulting or freelance experience, especially in designing security architectures for industrial environments.
• Experience with cloud security architecture and securing hybrid environments.
• Strong knowledge of compliance standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, and NIS2.
• Experience leading large-scale security projects, from planning to implementation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive freelance rates based on experience and project scope.
• Flexible working environment with a combination of remote and on-site work.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients in industries critical to Germany's economy.
• Involvement in cutting-edge security projects with opportunities to influence long-term cybersecurity strategies.