Senior Physical Security Specialist (f/m/d)

You have a passion for technology and want to make the world a greener place?

Then become a playmaker and join our team as Senior Physical Security Specialist (f/m/d) at E.ON Digital Technology.

We play a key role in shaping the energy transition by leading E.ON's digital transformation across Europe. We explore new paths by developing ideas, breaking new ground, making visions reality, and bringing new technologies to life. We deliver sustainable technology solutions because…

… it’s on us to make new energy work!

The Team – your impact
You are a member of the Crisis Management & Physical Security Coordination team. Together with your colleagues you coordinate and continuously develop the physical security organization to protect our critical infrastructures, facilities, people and operating processes at E.ON.

Your Role – meaningful & rewarding

• Develop and drive a group-wide, risk-based physical security framework, including policies, standards, and methodologies for asset protection
• Ensure implementation and continuous improvement of site security concepts across all business segments and locations
• Conduct and oversee risk and threat assessments (e.g., sabotage, vandalism, espionage, unauthorized access) and define mitigation measures
• Manage and support tendering and procurement of security services, ensuring high quality and cost efficiency
• Advise on security requirements for new sites, buildings, and leases, including technical and personnel security solutions
• Define and standardize on-site security operations (e.g., reception, gatekeeping) in collaboration with Corporate Real Estate Management
• Plan and support executive and high-profile event security, including coordination of protection measures
• Contribute to executive protection activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Monitor, evaluate, and report security incidents, ensuring effective response and continuous improvement
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance security capabilities

Your Profile – authentic & open-minded

• Extensive professional experience in Physical Security within a corporate or complex operational environment
• Strong expertise in physical security technologies and systems, frameworks, and relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001)
• Solid understanding of IT and OT environments, including grid/energy infrastructure, operations, and design
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
• Strategic mindset combined with strong business acumen and understanding of risk and value creation
• Confident in decision-making with a strong sense of accountability, able to act effectively under pressure and with incomplete information
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and cross-functional approach
• Professional certification such as CPP, PSP, or CPO is a strong advantage
• Fluency in English and German (written and spoken)
• Valid driver’s license (Class B)

Our Benefits – smart & useful

• Recharge your battery: You have 30 days of paid vacation per year plus Christmas and New Year's Eve off. Your battery still needs charging? You can exchange parts of your salary for more paid vacation or you can take a sabbatical.
• Advance your development: We grow and we want you to grow with us. Learning on the job, exchanging with others, or taking part in an individual training – our learning culture enables you to bring your personal and professional development to the next level.
• Enjoy hybrid work: We combine office collaboration with focused work from home. It’s also possible to go on workation for up to 20 days per year within Europe.
• Stay active & healthy: Benefit from a company-sponsored health membership.
• Elevate your mobility: From car and bike leasing offers to a subsidised Deutschland-Ticket – your way is our way.
• Think ahead: With our company pension scheme and a great insurance package we take care of your future.
• This is by far not all… We are looking forward to speaking with you about further benefits during the hiring process.

Do you have questions?
For further information please contact the Talent Acquisition Team, ­EDT_Talent_Acquisition@eon.com.

Please understand that for data protection reasons we can only accept applications submitted via our portal. Unfortunately, we cannot consider application documents that reach us by email or post.

What you need to know:
Job Req ID: 244564
Contract type: Permanent
Working time: Full time
Company: E.ON Digital Technology GmbH
Location: Essen, Hannover
Function area: Cyber Security; IT/Digital

Inclusion

It is important to us that people with disabilities have access to a fair application process, providing them with an opportunity to shine. Therefore, our representative body for severely disabled people will be included in the process from an early stage. Please let us know via the application form if you require technical or organisational adjustments during the application process. We will strive to make the required aids available.

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