Senior Physical Security Specialist (f/m/d) E.ON Digital Technology GmbH

E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH; Essen; Ibrido; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

30 days vacation

Hybrid work

Deutschland-Ticket subsidy

Company pension

Health membership

Descrizione del lavoro

E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH is seeking a senior professional to lead Group-wide Physical Security across German and European units. You will develop risk-based security concepts, coordinate topics with security leads, and advise on protection measures for critical assets and facilities.

The role requires fluency in English and German, a strategic yet hands-on approach, and collaboration with senior management and external partners.

Competenze

• Extensive professional experience in Physical Security within a corporate or critical infrastructure environment.
• Experience in developing and implementing risk-based Physical Security concepts, standards and protection measures.
• Strong expertise in physical security systems and technologies, including access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance and perimeter protection.
• Good understanding of critical infrastructure protection, regulatory requirements and security practices.
• Understanding interdependencies between physical infrastructure, business operations and IT/OT in energy/critical infra sectors.
• Experience working with senior management, security service providers and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to translate risks into practical measures.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across functions, units and countries.
• Strategic yet hands-on approach with a sense of ownership.
• Certifications in Physical Security (CPP, PSP) are an advantage.
• Fluent in English and German; valid Class B driving license.

Mansioni

• Develop and continuously improve E.ON’s Group-wide, risk-based Physical Security framework, standards and methodologies.
• Initiate and drive Group-wide Physical Security topics across German and European units.
• Conduct and oversee security risk and threat assessments and translate findings into protection concepts.
• Advise business units on risk-based Physical Security requirements and protection measures.
• Develop and standardize on-site security operations with local security organizations and Group functions.
• Support procurement and performance management of external security services.
• Monitor incidents and emerging threats, translate lessons into improvements.
• Assess security technologies and regulatory developments for practical improvements.
• Collaborate with Crisis Management, Business Continuity, IT and OT to strengthen protection of critical operations.

Conoscenze

Physical security

Risk assessment

Access control

Video surveillance

Threat analysis

Stakeholder management

Security standards

Strategic thinking

Security communications

Security certifications

English & German

Strumenti

CCTV systems

Descrizione del lavoro

You have a passion for technology and want to help shape the future of energy?

Then become a playmaker and join our team at E.ON Digital Technology.

We play a key role in shaping the energy transition by leading E.ON's digital transformation across Europe. We explore new paths by developing ideas, breaking new ground, making visions reality, and bringing new technologies to life. We deliver digital solutions for a changing energy landscape because…

… it’s on us to make new energy work!

The Team – your impact

You are a member of the Crisis Management & Physical Security Coordination team. Together with your colleagues, you develop and coordinate E.ON’s Group-wide approach to Physical Security, helping to protect people, critical infrastructure, facilities and assets across the E.ON Group.

As part of a strong network of Physical Security professionals across E.ON’s German and European business units, you initiate and jointly drive Group-wide topics, foster collaboration and continuously strengthen E.ON’s physical protection capabilities.

Your Role – meaningful & rewarding

• Develop and continuously improve E.ON’s Group-wide, risk-based Physical Security framework, standards and methodologies together with Physical Security leads and experts across the business units
• Initiate and jointly drive Group-wide Physical Security topics, fostering collaboration, alignment and knowledge sharing across E.ON’s German and European businesses
• Conduct and oversee security risk and threat assessments – including sabotage, vandalism, espionage and unauthorized access – and translate findings into proportionate asset protection and site security concepts and measures
• Advise business units and projects on risk-based Physical Security requirements and protection measures, including perimeter protection, access control, intrusion detection and video surveillance
• Develop and standardize on-site security operations together with local security organizations and relevant Group functions, including event and executive security where required
• Support procurement and performance management of external security services, ensuring quality, effectiveness and cost efficiency
• Monitor security incidents and emerging threats, identify trends and lessons learned and translate them into improvements to E.ON’s protection capabilities
• Assess relevant security technologies, regulatory requirements and industry developments and translate them into practical improvements
• Collaborate closely with Crisis Management, Business Continuity, IT and OT to strengthen the protection and resilience of E.ON’s critical operations

Your Profile – authentic & open-minded

• Extensive professional experience in Physical Security within a corporate, critical infrastructure or similarly complex operational environment
• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk-based Physical Security concepts, standards and protection measures
• Strong expertise in physical security systems and technologies, including access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance and perimeter protection, combined with a strong understanding of security risk and threat assessment methodologies
• Good understanding of critical infrastructure protection, relevant regulatory requirements and recognised security practices
• Good understanding of the interdependencies between physical infrastructure, business operations and IT/OT environments, ideally within the energy or critical infrastructure sector
• Experience working with senior management, business units, security service providers and relevant external stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex risks into proportionate and practical security measures
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with proven experience working collaboratively across functions, business units and countries
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands‑on approach, sound judgement, strong business acumen and a strong sense of ownership
• Relevant professional certifications or qualifications in Physical Security (e.g. CPP, PSP or equivalent) are an advantage
• Business fluency in English and German, both written and spoken; valid driver’s licence (Class B)

Our Benefits – smart & useful

• Rechargeyour battery:You have 30 days of paid vacation per year plus Christmas and New Year's Eve off. Your battery still needs charging? You can exchange parts of your salary for more paid vacation or you can take a sabbatical.
• Advance your development:We grow and we want you to grow with us. Learning on the job, exchanging with others, or taking part in an individual training – our learning culture enables you to bring your personal and professional development to the next level.
• Enjoy hybrid work:We combine office collaboration with focused work from home. It’s also possible to go on workation for up to 20 days per year within Europe.
• Stay active & healthy: Benefit from a company-sponsored health membership.
• Elevate your mobility:From car and bike leasing offers to a subsidised Deutschland-Ticket – your way is our way.
• Think ahead:With our company pension scheme and a great insurance package we take care of your future.
• This is by far not all… We are looking forward to speaking with you about further benefits during the hiring process.