OT & Cybersecurity Specialist (m/w/d)

OT & Cybersecurity Specialist (m/w/d)
at our site in Attendorn

We are an international automotive supplier offering body solutions that make tomorrow's mobility safe. With approx. 8,000 employees worldwide, we develop and produce complex metal and hybrid structures for body-in-white and chassis, which make a decisive contribution to the optimum protection of all vehicle occupants in the event of a car accident.

Your Tasks

• Act as co-lead for the OT (Operational Technology) area within the global Digitalization Team, ensuring clear alignment with IT, Maintenance, and Production
• Coordinate and support NIS2 implementation and assessments, acting as interface between Corporate IT, the plants, and external auditors
• Define, harmonize, and document OT network and access standards, including VPN concepts, firewall segmentation, and remote-maintenance procedures
• Evaluate and mitigate cybersecurity risks in OT environments, in close collaboration with Corporate IT Security
• Support the secure integration of machines and systems into the company’s Industrial Data Platform, including connectivity middleware and visualization environments (e.g., Kepware, ThingWorx)
• Provide guidance for plant-level rollouts and ensure compliance with global connectivity and cybersecurity standards
• Prepare and maintain documentation and audit evidence for OT security measures
• Train and support local automation and maintenance teams on secure OT operation and incident-response practices
• Data-enablement interface: Contribute to the secure and standardized provisioning of OT data for analytics and AI use cases, ensuring that connectivity and data quality requirements are met

Your Profile

• Educational background in automation technology, industrial IT, or electrical engineering, or comparable qualification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in OT/IT integration, industrial networking, or cybersecurity
• Strong knowledge of network architectures (Layer 2/3, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls) and industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Ethernet/IP).
• Familiarity with NIS2, ISO 27001, IEC 62443 or related cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with IoT gateways, SCADA/MES systems, and digital shopfloor solutions
• High analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into actionable measures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across IT, production, and external partners
• Independent, well-structured, and results-driven working style
• Excellent command of English; German is an advantage

Your Benefits

• For the ideal compatibility of work and private life, we offer the possibility of mobile working as well as a flexible flextime arrangement, with up to 14 additional days possible.
• As an innovative employer, it is natural for us to equip you with the latest technology and give you the opportunity to work remotely.
• Security in old age – we support you through a company pension scheme.
• Healthy nutrition is important, therefore we provide all employees with fresh fruit and vegetables at the workplace.
• Tailored personnel development ensures your professional success.
• There is something for everyone! Through our partners, we ensure a healthy balance (employer-funded supplementary health insurance, gym membership, free swimming at the local indoor pool, vaccinations).
• Being part of it is worth it! Employee benefits through Corporate Benefits.Our own company daycare "KiCoKids" enables the perfect compatibility of work and family.
• Unique! KIRCHHOFF Culture Life: culture and events – with us, it always stays varied.

Interested? Please send us your complete application documents (cover letter, CV, certificates, and references) directly via our online application portal.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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