Chief Information Security Officer (all genders)

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Darmstadt; Vor Ort; EUR 102.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative and fast-evolving organization is seeking a highly skilled Information Security Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to enhance satellite ground segments cloud deployments and Big Data services. You'll act as the primary expert for incident detection and response, lead vulnerability management, and supervise the implementation of security solutions. The company provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including full medical coverage and flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about information security and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Leistungen

Full medical coverage for employee and family

Attractive pension plan

30 days annual leave

14.5 days public holidays

Flexible working hours

Relocation support

Training & development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• University degree in a relevant discipline or several years of relevant experience.
• Experience with security operations and incident response in operational environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead the vulnerability management lifecycle and optimize protection solutions.
• Investigate emerging trends and integrate them into security operations.

Kenntnisse

Information Security

Incident Response

Vulnerability Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Threat Intelligence

Threat Hunting

High Availability Environments

Ausbildung

University degree in Computer Science or IT Security

Relevant certifications in information security

Tools

Security Operations Centre

Security Information and Event Management

Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response technologies

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title : Information Security Engineer Germany Perm upto 160K

Contract Type : Fulltime Openended

Salary : Up to 160000 per year Excellent Benefits !

Language Requirements : Fluent English (must have)

Start Date : ASAP

Application Deadline : Ongoing

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Information Security Engineer to join a dynamic team in an innovative and fast-evolving organization. This role offers the chance to contribute to the development and deployment of cutting-edge information security services and solutions focusing on enhancing satellite ground segments cloud deployments and Big Data services.

In this position you will :

• Act as the primary expert for information security incident detection and response.
• Lead the vulnerability management lifecycle optimizing existing protection detection and response solutions.
• Supervise and coordinate the implementation of innovative security solutions working closely with the incident response team and key stakeholders to drive the evolution of the Security Operations Centre.
• Investigate and evaluate emerging trends and technologies including Machine Learning and integrate them into the organization’s security operations.
• Maintain relationships with specialist forums and groups related to information security.

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary: up to 8500 NET (after tax) per month based on skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: Full medical coverage for employee and family, attractive pension plan, 30 days annual leave, and 14.5 days public holidays.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours and additional flexi-leave with a balance of onsite work and remote flexibility (4 days every 2 weeks).
• Relocation support: Assistance with relocation (if applicable).
• Training & development: Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Key Qualifications :

• A university degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Computer Science, IT Security) or several years of direct relevant experience.
• Experience with security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management in operational environments.
• Hands-on experience with implementing and operating Security Operations Centres including Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive, methodical, and organized approach to work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team.
• Relevant certifications in information security are advantageous but not required.
• Experience with High Availability Environments (24/7).
• Familiarity with patching prioritization, remediation of zero-day vulnerabilities, and security operations in large-scale production environments.
• Ability to work in a shift pattern and be onsite most of the time (teleworking possible for up to 4 days every two weeks).
• Experience in managing incident detection and response within an Information Security Management System.
• Knowledge of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response technologies, Security Information and Event Management, or Extended Detection and Response technologies.