CareerPlan

Head of Security (m/w/d)

Heimertingen, BAYERNFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-11-06
HybridSecurity clearance required

Core

Leading the security organization to implement and evolve information security, cybersecurity, and product security measures for civil and military communication solutions.

Role type

Senior leadership IC security leader (Head of Security)

Builds

Secure communication systems and software for civil and military sectors

Domain

Hightech / IT / Cybersecurity / Defense

Required skills

Security team leadership, Information security management, Security risk management, Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), Application security, Cloud security, Vulnerability management, DevSecOps, Regulatory compliance (NIS2, CRA, DSGVO)

Preferred skills

Strategic security planning, Security culture building, Cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

ISO 27001, NIST CSF, IEC 62443, CIS Controls, CI/CD pipelines

Responsibilities

Lead the security organization and manage security teams, Implement and evolve security strategies and measures, Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations (BSI, ISO 27001, NIS2), Manage security risk identification and mitigation, Collaborate with product development for Security-by-Design, Promote security culture through awareness and process improvement

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities