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

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Nürnberg City

Nürnberg, Mittelfranken, Bayern, Deutschland
Published May 8, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As an IT Security Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in securing industrial automation systems and control environments. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve implementing and monitoring security measures in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001, NIS2, and BSI-KRITIS standards. You will analyze risks within MSR (Measurement, Control, and Regulation) environments, conduct vulnerability assessments, and perform penetration tests on industrial control networks. Additionally, you will be responsible for creating security documentation, coordinating audits, managing incident responses, and providing training to engineering teams to ensure robust security posture. This position is ideal for a professional with a background in automation or electrical engineering who is passionate about protecting critical infrastructure. You will work in a dynamic environment that values technical expertise, proactive problem-solving, and continuous professional development, offering a collaborative culture with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Computer Science, Automation Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in IT security, preferably within industrial or automation environments.
  • Experience with industrial control systems such as Beckhoff TwinCAT or Siemens S7/TIA Portal.
  • Experience in managing network integration for automation systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting security audits and supporting certification processes.

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid work permit for Germany is required. Good German language skills (B2+ level) are a mandatory prerequisite for this position.