IT Security Consultant

zyncgroup.io; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A German IT-security and compliance firm is seeking an experienced IT Security Consultant. This role includes designing and maintaining security frameworks for clients and advising on regulatory compliance. Essential qualifications include a degree in Computer Science or Cyber Security, C1 level proficiency in German, and professional experience in information security. The position offers a competitive salary of up to €85k, along with flexible and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible working

30 days of paid vacation

Excellent training budget

Attractive company pension plan

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional experience in information security or compliance.
• C1 level German and fluent English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain ISMS frameworks according to ISO 27001.
• Conduct IT security audits and risk assessments.
• Advise clients on compliance with NIS2, DORA, and GDPR.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of ISO 27001

Knowledge of GDPR

Knowledge of TISAX

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Cyber Security

Job description

I am hiring an IT Security Consultant on behalf of a German IT-security and compliance firm providing holistic advisory, managed services, and training across regulated industries. They specialise in risk management, penetration testing, incident response, cloud security, and ISMS (e.g., ISO 27001, TISAX) implementation. They also offer AI-driven tools for managing information-security systems and compliance (e.g. NIS2, DORA, AI Act), plus scalable security operations (SOC, vulnerability management), and role-based training via a SaaS academy.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain ISMS frameworks for clients in line with ISO 27001, TISAX, and BSI IT-Grundschutz, including policies, processes, and documentation.
• Conduct IT security audits, risk assessments, and gap analyses, translating findings into actionable improvement measures and long-term security roadmaps.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, including NIS2, DORA, GDPR, and AI Act requirements, and support the development of governance, risk, and compliance structures.
• Develop security concepts and operational procedures, such as incident response plans, business continuity measures, and secure-by-design guidelines.
• Deliver awareness training and ongoing client support, helping organisations embed a strong security culture and adapt to emerging threats and technologies.

This position can be hybrid in North Rhine-Westphalia or remote.

Essential

• Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional experience in a similar role in information security or compliance.
• Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001, TISAX, GDPR, NIST and/or NIS2.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, able to translate technical findings into business-relevant insights for client.
• Strong communication skills C1 level German and fluent English.

Desirable

• Experience working in a regulated industry.
• Experience with KRITIS and/or DORA.

Company Benefits

• Modern and easily accessible workplace.
• Flexible working.
• Culture of excellence.
• Autonomous working.
• Attractive company pension plan.
• Excellent training budget.
• Collaborative environment.
• 30 days of paid vacation plus additional benefits.

If you have the required skills and would like to have a positive impact on people’s lives all over the world via them enjoying the products you help create, call [phone] or send your CV to [e-mail] for a response.

IT Security Consultant – North Rhine-Westphalia/Germany – Up to €85k DOE – 586