ZTE Corporation, founded in 1985 and listed in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, is a global leader in telecom and IT, serving customers in over 160 countries. With more than 20 years in Europe, ZTE actively invests in local talent and innovation centers to drive sustainable growth. As a global provider of integrated communications solutions, ZTE has the obligation and responsibility to comply with laws and regulations and industry standards to ensure the security of communications network equipment to the maximum extent. By providing secure and trustworthy products and services to customers across the globe, ZTE enables secure and reliable network connections and digital life for users worldwide.

Adhering to the principle of openness and transparency and fulfilling its commitment to the ICT industry security against cybersecurity threats, ZTE has established three cybersecurity labs in China (Nanjing), Italy (Rome) and Germany (Düsseldorf). The three labs serve as the platform enabling global customers, regulators and other stakeholders to perform independent security assessments of ZTE products, services and processes, and the platform for collaboration, communication and innovation in cybersecurity.

ZTE Germany Cybersecurity Lab is looking for motivated and dedicated Cybersecurity Test Engineers to join us. If you are interested in addressing security challenges in the telecom and IoT sectors, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution. In this role, you will work with experienced professionals, develop your skills, and support the advancement of secure communications worldwide. We welcome you to join us as we work together to strengthen the security of connected digital world.

Position: Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Location: Düsseldorf, Germany

Department: Cybersecurity Global Team

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

Start Date: ASAP

Job Responsibilities:

1. Perform cybersecurity assessments and penetration testing on IoT products, telecom systems, and network/OT equipment, and prepare assessment reports for stakeholders.
2. Identify and evaluate cybersecurity vulnerabilities, support mitigation planning, and participate in incident response and post-incident analysis.
3. Lead security communications and technical exchanges with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Present security governance, concepts, practices and research results to customers during lab visits.
5. Conduct advanced security research, including exploring new attack techniques, firmware analysis, and AI-based threat modeling.
6. Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate security best practices into product development and ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., 3GPP, GSMA NESAS, ISO 27001).
7. Lead and coordinate security projects to foster continuous improvement and proactive risk management.

Essential Qualifications:

• Eligible to work and reside in Germany.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Security, Electronic Communication, or related fields.
• At least 3 years’ experience in security/penetration testing or related roles;
• Proficient in mainstream security testing tools and methodologies.
• Solid understanding of IoT architectures, network protocols, and telecom/OT systems.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken German and English.
• Effective project management and teamwork skills, with experience in cross-functional security projects.
• Proactive, fast learner, and able to drive technical innovation.

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of AI and machine learning applications in cybersecurity, including AI threat modeling, automated vulnerability detection, or adversarial attack/defense techniques.
• Team or project leadership experience is preferred.
• Relevant certifications: OSCP, OSWE,eWPTX, eCPTXv2, or equivalent.
• Understanding of 5G/4G/2G architectures and common attack methods such as IMSI catchers, downgrade attacks, jamming, spoofing, and sniffing.

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-edge Innovation: You’ll work on the forefront of cybersecurity, IoT, telecom, and AI, tackling some of the industry’s most challenging and meaningful problems.
• Global Impact: Join a multinational team where your ideas and expertise help shape secure digital infrastructures worldwide.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, qualifications and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: We support your professional growth with opportunities for advanced training, certifications, technical exchanges, and participation in international conferences.
• Collaborative Culture: Experience an open, inclusive, and supportive work environment that values knowledge sharing, teamwork, and diverse perspectives.
• Career Advancement: Take on challenging projects, lead cross-functional initiatives, and fast-track your career in a dynamic, high-growth sector.
• Located in Düsseldorf: Work in a vibrant city with excellent infrastructure, international culture, and a great quality of life.