Information Security Officer | Beauftragter für Informationssicherheit (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This critical role involves serving as the Information Security Officer for the Saxon State Ministry for Environment and Agriculture (SMUL), driving information security across the ministry and its business areas. Key responsibilities include leading the Information Security Team, managing the Information Security Management System (ISMS), and coordinating security processes with subordinate authorities. The officer will be responsible for implementing and continuously developing the security concept based on BSI IT Baseline Protection (IT-Grundschutz) and ensuring compliance with reporting obligations. A successful candidate will have a scientific university degree (Master/Diploma) in Informatics or a related field, or a comparable degree with multi-year experience in information security. Strong German language skills (C1 level) and experience in a coordinating or leading function, preferably within public administration, are highly desirable for this full-time, permanent position in Dresden.