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IT Security Coordinator

Job

  • Level
    Experienced
  • Job Field
    IT, Security
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Location
    Magdeburg
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will enhance the information security management system, coordinate security measures, and create awareness campaigns to strengthen IT security at the university.

    Your role in the team

    • Independent development, maintenance, and further development of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) in collaboration with the ISB of OVGU.
    • Participation in the development of measures to enhance IT security as well as independent coordination of their implementation.
    • Participation in the analysis and assessment of security-related incidents, leading coordination of incident response processes, and involvement in post-incident review.
    • Independent participation in the development, maintenance, and communication of security policies, emergency plans, and standard operating procedures.
    • Independent organizational preparation and follow-up of security level assessments (e.g., vulnerability scans).
    • Independent planning and execution of training sessions, awareness-raising measures, and security awareness campaigns.
    • Networking with partners from other universities of the LSA; in particular, developing and implementing jointly coordinated approaches.
    • Active independent participation and co-creation in networking activities between the universities of the LSA in the field of IT security.
    • Support of partner universities in the LSA during crisis situations.
    • Execution of activities in close coordination and collaboration with the ISB of the university.
    • Independent expansion and improvement of knowledge management and solution documentation (FAQ).

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • Successfully completed university degree in Computer Science or in a mathematical, technical, or scientific field of study, or completed vocational training in Information Technology (preferably as an IT Specialist) or a comparable qualification with several years of professional experience in the field.

    Qualifications

    • In-depth knowledge in the field of IT security, network security, and information security management.
    • Understanding of current threat scenarios, IT risk analysis, and risk management.
    • Knowledge of data protection law (GDPR, BDSG) and university IT structures is advantageous.
    • Independent, analytical, and solution-oriented working style as well as strong communication and team skills.
    • Willingness to continuous independent further education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
    • Willingness to undertake fixed-term assignments at other universities, especially in crisis situations.
    • Good verbal and written communication skills in German (at least C1) as well as good English language skills (at least B1).

    Experience

    • Practical experience with security standards (BSI IT-Grundschutz, ISO 27001 or similar) and common security tools is advantageous.

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    What we offer

    • Good opportunities for further training and many in-house sports and leisure activities, as well as extensive catering in our cafeterias and dining halls, distinguish us.
    • Diversity and sustainability are as important to us as a culture of appreciative leadership.
    • All standard social benefits of the public sector, flexible working hours, and modern workplaces are of course provided.

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    Benefits

    Work-Life-Integration

    Health, Fitness & Fun

    Topics that you deal with on the job

    Job Locations

    • Location Magdeburg

      Sachsen-Anhalt

      Germany

    This is your employer

    Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

    Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

    Founded in 1993 through the merger of the Medical Academy, the Pädagogische Hochschule and Technische Uni, the dynamic profile university is an attractive study and research location. On the campus of short ways, more than 14,200 students from over 90 countries learn and live. More than 80 unique interdisciplinary courses prepare young people for the future. Professors are not only transmitters of knowledge here, but also pioneers for careers.

    Description

  • Founding year
    1993
  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Education System
  • Location
    Magdeburg
    Working Model
    Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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