Cyber Security Expert - Electronics | Cyber Protection Expert Electronics / Part-Fulltime/ all Genders

Merck KGaA

Weiterstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Feb 26, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Cyber Protection Expert within the Electronics division, you will be a key safeguard for global operations, bridging the gap between IT and Operational Technology (OT). Your daily responsibilities involve implementing robust technical security controls, consulting on network and endpoint security, and ensuring effective system hardening and patch management. You will work closely with engineering teams to identify vulnerabilities, oversee penetration testing, and develop tailored incident response and recovery plans for digital assets. This role is highly collaborative, requiring you to work with global security teams to protect software-based products and applications. The position is unique for its focus on the intersection of high-tech materials and specialty chemicals, offering a chance to secure the technological landscape of a company advancing digital living in the automotive and semiconductor sectors. It is an ideal role for a specialist who enjoys building consensus across diverse teams while maintaining a strong security posture in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Intelligence Studies, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Required professional certifications: CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CCSP.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience focused on Cyber Security.
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing security controls within infrastructure and networking.
  • Demonstrated experience in creating and executing incident response and recovery strategies.
  • Experience adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements such as ISO27000, NIST CSF, or KRITIS.
  • Professional experience in building consensus across cross-functional global teams.

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Understanding of security challenges and regulatory requirements specific to the chemical and semiconductor industries is preferred. Position is available in full-time or part-time capacity.