Head of Operational IT Security and Risk Management | Teamleitung Operatives IT-Sicherheits- und Risikomanagement (m/w/d)
VBL Karlsruhe
Job Summary
Lead the newly formed Operational IT Security and Risk Management team within the IT department of VBL, Germany's largest supplementary pension institution for public sector employees. This role involves building and managing the team, defining its strategy, and ensuring the secure and stable operation of IT systems. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and continuously developing operational IT security measures, including vulnerability and incident management, as well as IT risk management. This includes conducting risk analyses, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing mitigation strategies. The position requires strong leadership, extensive experience in operational IT security and risk management, and a deep understanding of IT landscapes and systems. Join a dynamic IT department driving digital transformation and contribute to a reliable, secure IT infrastructure.
Required Skills
Education
Completed relevant university degree in (Technical or Applied) Computer Science, Business Informatics, Law, or Business Administration (with a focus on information technology), or equivalent skills and experience.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in team leadership (technical and personnel) within an IT environment.
- Extensive experience in operational IT security.
- Experience in IT risk management.
- Experience in incident management.
- Professional experience in managing and optimizing IT security and risk management processes.
Languages
Additional
- Must be able to communicate complex issues effectively in written, spoken, and personal forms. Structured and analytical thinking and action are required. Interested candidates with severe disabilities are given preferential consideration if equally qualified. Deadline for applications: June 12, 2026. Applications to be sent to bewerbungen@vbl.de.