Senior Cyber Defense Consultant (m/f/d) – Salary included

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Do you want to do more than just defend against attacks – do you want to understand them, anticipate them, and stop them at the root using cutting-edge AI technology? Then this position is exactly what you're looking for.

At Covestro's Cyber Defense Center, you'll actively shape the next generation of our security architecture: cloud-native, highly automated, AI-powered – with direct visibility up to the Executive Board. You'll work in an international environment, lead virtual teams, make strategic decisions, and leave a real mark in one of the most exciting fields in cybersecurity.

In addition to our diverse benefits, a full-time position comes with an attractive starting salary between €104,800/year and €127,100/year plus a variable component. The starting salary depends on your qualifications and professional experience.

What you can expect from us:

• You independently develop and implement a cloud-native security strategy that detects, defends against, and automatically contains AI-powered attacks of high frequency and intensity
• You take ownership of the comprehensive automation of Cyber Defense response mechanisms – including integration into the existing XSOAR platform and development of automations via Python/Bash
• Detection Engineering is your craft: you develop and tune detection rules for identity-based attacks – from account takeover and privilege escalation to JWT manipulation and compromised service accounts
• As a technical lead, you manage a global, interdisciplinary virtual team in establishing and advancing AI-based defense methods, coordinating regularly with locations in the US and Asia
• You present AI-based detection and response strategies as well as SOC automations at executive level – clearly, convincingly, and to the point
• You take full ownership of Identity Threat Detection & Response (ITDR): automated credential rotation, session termination, and access revocation workflows stop AI-powered attacks before they escalate
• You collaborate as an equal partner with other Covestro operational teams to respond to and effectively resolve serious cybersecurity incidents

What you bring to the table:

• Completed Master's degree or equivalent (Diplom) in Computer Science, ideally with a focus on Cyber Security or a comparable field
• Extensive professional experience (7+ years) in IT Security, Cyber Defense, or OT Security – with a relevant portion in cloud-native environments (AWS and/or Azure)
• Solid technical expertise in Detection Engineering, SOAR platforms (particularly XSOAR, Microsoft Sentinel), CNAPP/CSPM tooling (e.g. Wiz, Prisma Cloud, CrowdStrike), and container security
• Demonstrated skills in automation using Python and/or Bash as well as in developing cloud-native response workflows via cloud provider APIs
• Comprehensive knowledge of current attack techniques and trends, particularly identity-based attacks, Zero Trust, MITRE ATT&CK for Cloud, and modern AI-driven attack vectors
• Strong communication skills at all levels: you translate complex technical findings into risk-oriented language – whether addressing teams or the board
• Excellent English skills (written and spoken) for daily collaboration in an international environment; good German language skills are an advantage

This position requires international collaboration with locations in the US and Asia – intercultural communication competence and flexibility in scheduling across time zones are expected.

This position is generally to be filled on a full-time basis. Would you like to work part-time? Feel free to apply in that case as well, stating your desired percentage.

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Perfection? Not required!

The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem!

We'll tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities.

Apply now!

We look forward to receive your application! Become #1ofUs!

Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot.

We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits.

Specifically, it means for us: flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all.

Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here: