Project Leader Information Security (m/f/d)

ZEISS Group; Oberkochen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology seeks a seasoned IT security project leader to gather requirements, drive security initiatives, and coordinate cross-functional teams in Berlin-area operations. You will manage resources, schedules, and budgets while reporting progress to management.

The role requires a degree in related fields, 5+ years in security/project management, and fluent German and English, with a proactive, analytical mindset and strong teamwork ability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics (Cyber Security optional) or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of professional experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience leading complex projects in IT/security with strong PM skills.
• Motivation to implement demanding security objectives and learn related domains.
• Structured, analytical thinker with proactive work style and strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Gather and structure requirements and develop professional solutions with specialists.
• Lead and coordinate security projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Integrate internal and external resources into projects and coordinate work activities.
• Create project plans and track schedules and costs; monitor results and take corrective actions.
• Provide functional leadership to project staff and report progress to management.
• Participate in prioritizing projects and resources within the project portfolio framework.

Skills

Project management

Multi-project management

German & English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Structured approach

Education

Degree in Computer Science / Business Informatics / Industrial Engineering

Job description

ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Enabler of smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips Work where tomorrow is created. Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are manufactured using ZEISS technologies.

As the core component of every electronically controlled system, they are indispensable in our daily lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes, or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems, and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips – and thus plays a key role in shaping the age of micro- and nanoelectronics with its innovations.

Your Role

• Gather and structure requirements, and develop professional solutions in close collaboration with specialists.
• Lead and coordinate security projects, ensuring their targeted execution; this applies to both specific security domains and cross-functional projects.
• Integrate internal and external resources into projects and coordinate work activities.
• Create project plans, and track and take responsibility for schedules and costs; monitor interim results and initiate necessary corrective measures.
• Provide functional leadership to staff assigned to the projects.
• Ensure project progress and provide regular, structured reports to management.
• Actively participate in prioritizing projects and resources within the framework of project portfolio management.

Your Profile

• You have successfully completed a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics (ideally specializing in Cyber Security or IT Security), Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field.
• You have at least five years of professional experience, preferably within a manufacturing company.
• You have experience leading complex projects, preferably in the IT or security sector. You possess excellent, practically proven skills in project management and multi-project management.
• You are motivated to contribute to the implementation of demanding security objectives and to familiarize yourself with relevant specialist areas.
• You demonstrate a structured approach, analytical thinking skills, and a quick grasp of new concepts.
• You possess an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong work ethic, and a proactive approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Very good German and English language skills round out your profile.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Georgios Tanoglou