ISMS Business Continuity Management Officer | Sachbearbeiter*in ISMS Business Continuity Management

Stadt Essen

Essen, Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Aug 15, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Essener Systemhaus (ESH), the central IT service provider for the City of Essen, is seeking an ISMS Business Continuity Management Officer. This role involves designing, planning, and continuously improving the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) for ESH. Key responsibilities include coordinating and executing BCM processes, such as Business Impact Analyses and emergency plan reviews, and playing a crucial role in implementing a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tool. The position also involves supporting ISO 27001 audits and leading related projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in IT or administration with significant professional experience in information security and Business Continuity Management, demonstrating strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to the digital future of a major municipal IT service provider, working within a dedicated Information Security and IT Strategy team.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws/Arts (FHöV/HSPV) in Municipal Administration, or Diploma in Public Administration (FHöV/HSPV), or completed Administrative Course II; OR Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or another IT-related field; OR completed vocational training as an IT Specialist or other IT-related training.

Experience

  • At least four years of professional experience in information security or a similar area
  • Professional experience in IT or administration (minimum five years for specific administrative qualifications, seven years for IT-related vocational training)
  • Experience with IT-Server Management (ITIL)
  • Experience in Business Continuity Management (BCM)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work outside normal hours and be on call for emergency management; Willingness to participate in ongoing certification measures (e.g., ITIL and ISO 27001); Must acquire BCM Practitioner certification if not already held; Mobile working is possible.