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OT & Cybersecurity Specialist (m/w/d) - Düsseldorf
63.000 - 103.000 €
KIRCHHOFF Automotive Deutschland GmbH
Stefanstraße 2, Düsseldorf + Remote (DE)
63.000 - 103.000 €
Requirements
Must:
- Educational background in automation technology, industrial IT, or electrical engineering, or comparable qualification
- Minimum 3 years of experience in OT/IT integration, industrial networking, or cybersecurity
- Strong knowledge of network architectures (Layer 2/3, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls) and industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Ethernet/IP)
- Familiarity with NIS2, ISO 27001, IEC 62443 or related cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience with IoT gateways, SCADA/MES systems, and digital shopfloor solutions
- High analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into actionable measures
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across IT, production, and external partners
- Independent, well-structured, and results-driven working style
- Excellent command of English; German is an advantage
Responsibilities
- Co-lead the global OT Security domain within the Digitalization Team, ensuring close alignment with Corporate IT, Maintenance, Engineering, and Production functions
- Coordinate and support NIS2 implementation, including risk assessments, control validation, and audit readiness across all plants; act as key interface between Corporate IT Security, site operations, and external auditors
- Define, harmonize, and maintain global OT security standards, including OT network architecture, firewall segmentation concepts, secure remote access, VPN policies, and identity/access procedures for OT assets
- Evaluate and mitigate cybersecurity risks in OT environments, in close collaboration with Corporate IT Security
- Support the secure integration of machines and systems into the companys Industrial Data Platform, including connectivity middleware and visualization environments (e.g., Kepware, ThingWorx)
- Provide guidance for global and plant-level rollouts, ensuring compliance with corporate OT security requirements and alignment with connectivity standards
- Prepare, maintain, and manage OT cybersecurity documentation, including network diagrams, asset inventories, access concepts, and audit evidence
- Conduct training and awareness sessions for automation, engineering, and maintenance teams on secure OT operation, incident response, and best practices
- Act as OT–data enablement interface, ensuring that OT data provided for analytics/AI use cases meets security, reliability, and quality requirements
Description
We are an international automotive supplier offering body solutions that make tomorrows mobility safe. With approximately 8,000 employees worldwide, we develop and produce complex metal and hybrid structures for body-in-white and chassis, significantly enhancing the protection of all vehicle occupants in the event of an accident. We offer a flexible work environment, including mobile working options, additional leave days, and a company pension scheme. Our dedication to employee well-being includes providing fresh fruit, opportunities for professional development, and various health benefits. Join us and experience a vibrant company culture enriched with diverse events.
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