ESMC General Security Manager (m/w/d)

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is a joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP, building a semiconductor fab in Europe.

Position

ESMC General Security Manager (m/w/d)

Job Responsibilities

• Security Governance & Risk Management:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with corporate objectives and security requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable local regulations and global security standards.
  • Conduct security risk assessments and drive effective mitigation plans.
  • Establish governance frameworks and security processes to support business objectives.
  • Monitor and continuously improve security performance and compliance.
• Information Security & Information Protection:
  • Oversee information security programs and related security controls.
  • Protect sensitive business information, intellectual property and critical assets.
  • Support security awareness initiatives and promote a strong security culture across the organization.
  • Coordinate security audits, assessments and compliance activities.
  • Evaluate emerging security risks and recommend appropriate controls and improvements.
• Physical Security & Facility Protection:
  • Support the development and implementation of physical security programs and standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure protection of personnel, facilities and critical infrastructure.
  • Oversee security-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure alignment with corporate physical security requirements and best practice.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary security liaison between ESMC and global headquarters.
  • Provide strategic security advice and recommendations to management and key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including IT, HR, Legal, Facilities, Operations and external partners.
  • Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of future security team members.
  • Contribute to building a high-performing local security organization.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Risk Management or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or comparable credentials are highly desirable.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years within Information Security, Cyber Security, Risk Management or Security Governance.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience, including leading teams, projects or security-related initiatives.
• Experience working in multinational and matrix organizations.
• Proven track record in managing complex stakeholder environments and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience supporting large-scale international projects.
• Strong understanding of information security frameworks, governance, risk management and compliance principles.
• Familiarity with European regulatory requirements and data protection considerations.

Technical Knowledge

• Solid understanding of enterprise IT environments, network infrastructure and security technologies.
• Experience with security monitoring, risk assessment and security control implementation.
• Knowledge of modern information security practices and industry standards.

Language Skills

• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
• Mandarin language skills considered a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship building capabilities.
• Strategic thinker with proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of working effectively in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
• Self-motivated, independent and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented while maintaining focus on business objectives.

Travel

Willingness to travel internationally on an occasional basis, primarily to collaborate with global stakeholders and headquarters team.

Location

Dresden, Germany.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of ESMC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, ethnic and national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.