IT Security Engineer

About

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the GIT‑CS Security Monitoring team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as an IT Security Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of incidents such as potential cyberattacks as well as spam and phishing attacks for early detection and containment of threats.
• Research and classification of threats as well as identification and closure of vulnerabilities in the areas of network, storage, cloud and email.
• Determination of the causes of attacks, support in the restoration of affected services, and continuous monitoring of IT systems for suspicious activities.
• Planning and implementation of measures to comply with regulatory and legal IT security requirements.
• Conception and execution of workshops and presentations to promote security awareness, as well as development of threat models for internal training.

Requirements

• Several years of professional experience in IT security in an international environment, particularly in the development of IT security architectures.
• Experience with enterprise networks and cloud environments, as well as in the implementation and operation of complex network and security solutions.
• In‑depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, including network protocols, scripting, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and Windows, Linux, and cloud‑based workplace systems and servers.
• Business‑fluent proficiency in both German and English.
• Strong ability to maintain an overview in complex situations, combined with a sense of responsibility and an eye for innovation.

Benefits

• Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave.
• Work Abroad: Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
• Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success.
• Worry‑free Relocation: Wrap‑around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover.
• Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e‑learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments.
• Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools — especially Microsoft Copilot.
• Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients.
• Corporate Fitness: Hansefit membership across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members).
• Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well‑known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology).
• Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters.
• Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes.
• Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities.