IT Security Specialist | Informatiker (m/w/d)

Job Summary

As an IT Security Specialist within the Security Operations Center (SOC) for the state administration of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, you will play a critical role in maintaining regional digital stability. Your daily responsibilities involve analyzing complex security suspicions, coordinating responses to potential security incidents, and developing playbooks and runbooks. You will be actively involved in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, documenting findings and leading client workshops. Additionally, you will manage and evolve the security infrastructure, including SIEM, EDR, and SOAR tools. This role is particularly attractive because it offers a secure public sector position with a strong focus on work-life balance through hybrid work models and flexible hours. The employer explicitly encourages applications from experienced IT professionals looking to specialize in cybersecurity, offering extensive individual training and professional development opportunities to bridge any skill gaps.