Operational Information Security Specialist | Spezialist (m/w/d) Operative Informationssicherheit
Rhön-Rennsteig-Sparkasse
Job Summary
As an Operational Information Security Specialist at Rhön-Rennsteig-Sparkasse, you will play a critical role in protecting data and IT systems for the region's largest financial institution. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve serving as a central interface between security officers and specialist departments, ensuring the practical implementation of regulatory requirements and IT security standards. You will be responsible for operationalizing guidelines, performing extensive control activities, and documenting security processes to ensure compliance with banking regulations. This position is ideal for professionals with a strong analytical mindset who enjoy developing IT security tools and navigating complex regulatory landscapes. The role is particularly attractive due to its stable public service contract (TVöD-S), offering 14 monthly salaries, 32 days of vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package including mobile work options, company-funded pension schemes, and health insurance. It provides a unique opportunity to combine a high-responsibility security role with a strong focus on work-life balance in a scenic regional setting.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Informatics (Wirtschaftsinformatik) or a comparable qualification/training.
Experience
- Professional experience within the IT department of a Sparkasse or similar financial institution
- Practical experience in information security or IT regulatory environments
- Demonstrated experience in creating technical concepts and process documentation
- Experience in implementing 2nd-line regulatory requirements into operational practice
- Proven track record of goal-oriented and self-motivated work in a professional setting
Languages
Additional
- The role is based in the South Thuringia region. Applicants must be able to work within the TVöD-S framework. Candidates must demonstrate confident negotiation skills and professional written and verbal expression.