Senior Digital Security Architect (Cloud Security & SOC) (d/f/m)

Security Architect (Cloud Security & SOC) (d/f/m)

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Overview

We are seeking a Senior Digital Security Architect to design and maintain secure cloud and IoT architectures, strengthen SOC capabilities, and ensure robust cybersecurity posture across our digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain secure cloud architectures across IoT platforms and digital workloads.
• Lead and enhance SOC operations, including SIEM/SOAR (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud) for detection, response, and automation.
• Define and implement network security controls for IoT and cloud connectivity (firewalls, VPNs, private endpoints).
• Manage IAM and PIM to ensure least privilege, access reviews, and conditional access enforcement.
• Drive cloud governance and compliance through policy automation and alignment with standards (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Contribute to disaster recovery and infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) adoption for secure, consistent environments.
• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and security validation across cloud, SOC, and network domains.
• Collaborate with platform and engineering teams to integrate security by design and continuous improvement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud security architecture, SOC operations, or IoT security within enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of Azure cloud, network security, and identity management principles.
• Hands‑on experience with SOC tools (e.g., Sentinel, Defender for Cloud) and security monitoring automation.
• Knowledge of security governance, incident response, and compliance frameworks (ISO, NIST, CIS).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures and penetration testing for cloud and IoT environments.
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, KQL) and infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform, Bicep).
• Understanding of network and endpoint security tools (e.g., Palo Alto, Zscaler, Kubernetes).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer or Solutions Architect Expert.

What We Offer

• Health and safety focus with a wide range of health promotion activities.
• Flexible working hours and remote working options.
• Competitive compensation and pension schemes aligned with collective agreements.
• Diverse and inclusive work culture emphasizing collaboration and respect.
• Opportunities for professional development and education programs.
• Environment supporting innovation and responsibility.
• Modern workplaces, IT equipment, subsidized lunch, free parking, and discounted public transport tickets.

Who we are

TK Elevator (TKE) is a global leader in vertical transportation and urban mobility. With digital solutions like AGILE and the IoT platform MAX, we enable unlimited urban mobility.

Location

Essen, North Rhine‑Westphalia, Germany.

Contact

Please apply online in English. Include your notice period and salary expectations based on a regular 40-hour work week.

Alexandra Dreger
Talent Acquisition

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