Information Security Specialist, Technical Audit Focus | Referent*in für Informationssicherheit mit Schwerpunkt Technische Security Audit

VBL Karlsruhe

Karlsruhe, Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Nov 4, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This crucial role as an Information Security Specialist focuses on Technical Security Audits within VBL, Germany's largest supplementary pension institution. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of technical security measures across the organization. Day-to-day duties involve executing technical security audits based on BSI IT-Grundschutz and DORA standards, conducting detailed vulnerability analyses of Windows, Linux, and web applications, and verifying compliance with hardening guidelines. You will also evaluate technical concepts for security requirements and assess the outcomes of internal and external penetration tests. A core function is recommending and monitoring the implementation of new security measures to elevate the overall security level. Candidates must possess a scientific university degree, ideally in IT Security or Computer Science, coupled with proven professional experience in technical auditing and relevant frameworks such as OWASP Top 10, ASVS, and MITRE ATT&CK. This position offers challenging, impactful work securing critical eGovernment services, supported by flexible working hours and modern equipment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed scientific university degree, preferably in IT Security or Computer Science with a focus on IT Security; Equivalent knowledge and skills; Ideally, certification demonstrating expertise in BSI IT-Grundschutz and DORA.

Experience

  • Professional experience in Information Security
  • Practical knowledge of technical audits
  • Practical knowledge of relevant security practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10, ASVS, MITRE ATT&CK Framework)
  • Experience with technically auditable security requirements from BSI IT-Grundschutz and DORA

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Trustworthiness and solution-oriented approach; Strong organizational and analytical skills; Interest in continuous professional development; Position is suitable for part-time work.