Information Security Lead Auditor / Audit Manager | Information Security Lead Auditor / Audit Manager (m/w/d)

Diehl Defence GmbH & Co. KG

Nonnweiler, Saarland, Deutschland
Published May 11, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As an Information Security Lead Auditor / Audit Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for coordinating and managing supplier and internal information security audits. Your day-to-day responsibilities include developing comprehensive audit plans, conducting independent audits based on BSI standards (such as BSI IT-Grundschutz and ISO 27001), and ensuring compliance with internal security policies. You will derive corrective actions from audit findings, monitor their implementation, and verify the effectiveness of security measures across the organization and its supply chain. This role is ideal for a seasoned security professional who thrives in a collaborative, hybrid-work environment and is comfortable with a high degree of travel. You will play a critical role in maintaining the security posture of a company operating in a highly regulated industry, ensuring that both internal processes and supplier relationships meet rigorous international security standards.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Computer Science or a comparable field with a specialization in IT Security. Required certifications: ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Preferred certifications: CISM, CISA, TISAX Lead Auditor, and BSI IT-Grundschutz Consultant.

Experience

  • Long-term professional experience in the field of IT security auditing
  • Proven experience working with BSI IT-Grundschutz, ISO 27001, or similar security standards
  • Experience in regulated industry environments is highly preferred

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel up to 50%, hybrid work model, permanent contract, location flexibility between Nonnweiler, Überlingen, or Röthenbach.