Manager Cyber Defense / Incident Response

Aareal Bank AG

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In this role, you manage Security Incident Management, oversee security incidents throughout their lifecycle, and continuously optimize detection and response processes.

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Your role in the team

  • In this role, you will lead the external Security Operations Center (SOC) technically and be responsible for Security Incident Management, including all escalation and communication processes.
  • Specifically, you will oversee security incidents throughout their entire lifecycle - from detection through containment to sustainable post-incident review.
  • Additionally, you analyze security incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and continuously optimize detection and response processes.
  • Furthermore, you orchestrate major security incidents and cyber crises, ensuring smooth collaboration between IT, business units, management, and external partners.
  • You monitor external security service providers in terms of quality, performance, and service levels, establish appropriate KPIs, and drive continuous improvement of the services.
  • You leverage insights from vulnerability analyses, security assessments, and penetration tests to sustainably enhance our detection and response capabilities as well as our cyber resilience.
  • Finally, you further develop audit-proof processes, accompany audits, and advise our management on cyber resilience.

Our expectations of you

Education

  • Successful completion of studies in Computer Science, Business Informatics, IT Security - alternatively, a completed apprenticeship with a focus on IT - or a comparable qualification.

Qualifications

  • Additional advantages: Certifications in CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, CEH, Security+, CCSP or comparable qualifications, as well as expertise in Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, or Cloud Security.
  • Routine in handling security incidents, cyber crises, as well as in managing external security service providers and complex security processes.
  • Expertise in current threat scenarios, attack methods, and cyber-attack vectors.
  • Proficient in network technologies, network architectures, and security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Endpoint Security.
  • Good knowledge of Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, and Penetration Testing, as well as an understanding of regulatory requirements in the field of Information Security.
  • Fluent German and good English, both written and spoken.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in Incident Response, Security Operations, Vulnerability Management, or operational IT security.
  • Advantage: Experience in a regulated environment - particularly in the financial services sector - and knowledge of DORA, BAIT, or ISO 27001.
  • In-depth understanding of Linux, Windows, and hybrid infrastructure environments, as well as experience with SIEM, EDR, and XDR technologies.

What we offer

  • With us, you can contribute your expertise, advance topics, and create new things.
  • We have a culture where everyone can actively participate and make an impact.
  • We promote every individual equally, which is why we support you with personalized development opportunities and learning paths.
  • So that you can expand existing skills and develop new forward-looking capabilities.
  • With mobile working and flexible working hours, you have the opportunity to tailor your work to your individual needs.
  • This is how to best balance work, family, and personal life.
  • Our services and benefits provide you with real added value, making us a top employer.
  • For example, you receive discounts with partner companies or subsidies for public transportation.
  • We also secure your future with a company pension scheme or asset-building benefits.
  • Medical check-ups, consulting services, joint sports events, our popular canteen or coffee bar – with us, you can enjoy what promotes your health and makes you feel good.

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  • Location Wiesbaden
    Hessen, Germany

About your employer

As a leading provider of intelligent financing solutions, software products, and digital solutions for the real estate industry and related industries, we support our customers on three continents with our financial expertise and management of real estate projects. As a top employer with excellent training programs, we offer various personalities a professional workplace.

Founding year
1923
Company type
Established Company
Work model
Onsite, Hybrid
Industry
Banking, Finance, Insurance

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Manager Cyber Defense / Incident Response

Aareal Bank AG