Information Security Officer | Informationssicherheitsbeauftragte*r

Landeshauptstadt Hannover

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This pivotal role as Information Security Officer for the City of Hannover involves leading and developing the city's information security strategy. You will be responsible for conceptualizing security policies, developing training, and continuously auditing security standards. The position requires advising various departments and external bodies on information security matters, investigating security incidents, and managing a small team. This is an attractive opportunity for a professional passionate about cybersecurity, offering a secure public service role, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to significantly impact the city's digital resilience. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and analytical skills to a dynamic environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (e.g., Bachelor, Diploma (FH)), preferably in a MINT field with a focus on Information Security/IT, or comparable qualification; or qualification for career group 2, first entry-level of the General Services; or successful completion of Angestelltenlehrgang II or comparable; or successful completion of qualification measure for leadership and key functions at LHH or comparable.

Experience

  • Professional experience in information security
  • Desirable experience with NIS2, KRITIS, and ISMS
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience in project management is advantageous
  • At least 2 years of practical professional experience in information security for candidates with non-MINT degrees and additional qualifications

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Full-time position (39/40 hours weekly for civil servants). The position is conditionally suitable for part-time work. Work permit for Germany required.