Cybersecurity Expert

Join our dynamic team in Munich as a Cybersecurity Expert. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and enjoy a variety of responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards and best practices, with fluency in both English and German.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the security and protection of our systems and infrastructure, particularly for our critical business applications and platforms. If you're passionate about innovative railway systems, committed to excellence, and ready to leverage your expertise in cybersecurity, we invite you to become an essential part of our dynamic, forward-thinking organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of cybersecurity protocols across various systems.
• Ensure the company’s IT infrastructure, applications, and systems comply with relevant cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CENELEC, etc.).
• Design, develop, and enforce security policies and procedures to protect the company’s network, data, and assets.
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and implement necessary improvements.
• Develop and implement incident response strategies, including monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents and threats.
• Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to ensure the company’s protection against emerging risks.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IT, software development, etc.) to ensure secure integration of new systems and technologies.
• Advise the management team on risk management and mitigation strategies regarding cybersecurity.
• Document security procedures, incidents, and responses, ensuring clarity and compliance with industry standards.
• Provide training and guidance on cybersecurity best practices to internal teams and employees.

Technical skills, qualifications and professional experience

• A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles.
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools, firewalls, encryption methods, intrusion detection systems, etc.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CENELEC).
• Very good knowledge of German (C1) and English (C1).
• Hands-on experience with railway safety-critical systems testing and validation, specifically ETCS onboard and trackside subsystems.
• Familiarity with train simulation and testing environments (e.g., Hardware-in-the-Loop, Software-in-the-Loop simulators).
• Solid understanding of system integration and configuration management processes.

Desired skills/knowledge

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are highly preferred.
• Familiarity with industry-specific security requirements (e.g., railway, automotive, or other critical infrastructure) is a plus.
• Leadership qualities to mentor junior engineers and drive validation activities.
• Experience with regulatory bodies and certification processes for railway systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a high level of attention to detail.

We look forward for your application!