Job in Germany: Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d) in the aerospace industry

CGI Deutschland B.V. & Co. KG
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Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d) in the aerospace industry Job description

Where were you when the first Galileo navigation satellites went into orbit or the European Philae probe landed on a comet? We can tell you where we were: right in the middle of it.

CGI supports the planning and execution of national and international space missions with reliable systems, innovative solutions and qualified experts. Among other things, we focus on the space ground segment, which forms the foundation of every space mission.

Join us in the future as we help shape and develop some of the most interesting space control systems in Europe! Apply today - and become a Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d) in the space sector in our SPACE division in Bochum or Darmstadt.

Your new area of responsibility:

As a Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d), you will be part of our cyber security team in the space sector and contribute your experience to leading international and national space organizations and companies. Your exciting and varied tasks will include the following activities, depending on where you feel "at home" and in which area you would like to develop further:

  • Designing the security architecture of IT/software systems for satellite ground stations
  • Design and implementation of IT infrastructures to ensure secure control centers
  • Analysis and assessment of vulnerabilities in the planned IT infrastructure (software/hardware, network)
  • Implementation of security requirements in the context of space projects
  • Creation and implementation of IT/software tests for compliance with security requirements
  • Creation of project documentation
  • Participation in project reviews with customers
  • Integration of cyber security concepts into the system development processes of our customers
  • Development of specifications for the area of secure systems engineering for cyber-resilient systems
  • Development of concepts for the prevention and defense against threats and attacks through vulnerability assessment and risk management strategies as well as design of forensic analysis concepts
  • Planning and carrying out penetration tests of our clients' IT infrastructure and space assets
  • Analysis and assessment of cyber threats, including identification and recommendation of cyber security measures and creation of a comprehensive cyber security situation report
  • Advice on the selection, implementation and operation of cyber security solutions
  • On-site support for our customers in the event of suspected IT security incidents, such as hacking or compromise of their IT networks with malware
  • Supporting our clients in terms of governance, risk management and compliance, as well as in the design, implementation and maintenance of information security management systems (ISMS)Planning and conducting penetration tests of our clients' IT infrastructure and space assets

What you need for your new role:

  • You already have several years of experience as a Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d)
  • You have experience in information security management, IT security architecture, IT security auditing or cybersecurity engineering
  • You have an excellent understanding of security principles, risk management (e.g. ISO2700x) and technical methods. You have several years of practical experience in this area.
  • You also have a degree in IT security, computer science, electrical engineering or comparable training with relevant professional experience.
  • You can express yourself very well in German and English, both orally and in writing.

This is CGI Space:

  • Experience flat hierarchies, a friendly welcoming culture, open communication and respectful interaction.
  • At CGI, we see our employees as owners of the company. You can invest part of your gross salary in CGI shares - up to a maximum of 3% of your monthly salary, CGI adds one euro for every euro you earn.
  • You benefit from flexible working hours and opportunities to optimize your work-life balance: 35h-40h/week, 30 days vacation, numerous special leave days, help with childcare in an emergency, etc.
  • Sabbatical or parental leave are supported. You are not a career stopper with us!
  • Permanent employment is a matter of course, and our aim is for you to stay with us for a long time and develop your career at CGI.
  • Our Academia e-learning platform offers you a wide range of individual training opportunities - anytime, anywhere. With us, training time is working time.
  • Last but not least, you have access to sports and leisure activities with a discount program.

Apply now!

Start your personal space mission with us: Let's talk about your career at CGI.

Your contact person:
Pia König Talent Acquisition Specialist Space


We look forward to your application!

More information about CGI at cgi.com/en/careers

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