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

Your tasks

Co-lead the global OT Security domain within the Digitalization Team, ensuring close alignment with Corporate IT, Maintenance, Engineering, and Production functions
Coordinate and support NIS2 implementation, including risk assessments, control validation, and audit readiness across all plants; act as key interface between Corporate IT Security, site operations, and external auditors
Define, harmonize, and maintain global OT security standards, including OT network architecture, firewall segmentation concepts, secure remote access, VPN policies, and identity/access procedures for OT assets
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 global and plant-level rollouts, ensuring compliance with corporate OT security requirements and alignment with connectivity standards
Prepare, maintain, and manage OT cybersecurity documentation, including network diagrams, asset inventories, access concepts, and audit evidence
Conduct training and awareness sessions for automation, engineering, and maintenance teams on secure OT operation, incident response, and best practices
Act as OT–data enablement interface, ensuring that OT data provided for analytics/AI use cases meets security, reliability, and quality requirements

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, IECor 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

Your contact

KIRCHHOFF Automotive Deutschland GmbH
Carina Bals
Am Eckenbach 10-14
57439 Attendorn
GERMANY