Head of Information Security and Risk Management | Informatiker (m/w/d)

Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes

Hamm, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 27, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As the Head of the Executive Staff Unit at the Westphalia branch of Germany's federal motorway operator, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for the strategic and operational security of critical infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities include the disciplinary and technical leadership of staff, overseeing the Information Security Management System (ISMS), and ensuring compliance with KRITIS (critical infrastructure) requirements. You will manage branch-wide risk identification and mitigation, provide expert data protection consulting, and represent the branch in relevant committees. This role is unique as it offers the opportunity to shape the security landscape of approximately 13,200 kilometers of motorway network. It is an ideal position for a proactive leader who thrives in complex environments and values a culture of innovation, emotional intelligence, and professional development. The role combines public sector stability with the dynamic challenges of modern cybersecurity and risk management.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Master's level) in Computer Science with a specialization in IT Security, or an equivalent qualification.

Experience

  • At least 3 years of professional experience in information security and/or IT security
  • Professional experience in building, operating, and developing an ISMS
  • Experience in risk analysis, identification, and assessment
  • Experience in disciplinary and technical leadership of staff
  • Experience in leading complex projects and specialist teams is desirable

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Expert knowledge of German BSI standards and IT-Grundschutz-Kompendium is required. Knowledge of KRITIS legal requirements and data protection laws (GDPR/BDSG) is mandatory.