Network & Infrastructure Security Lead (m/f/d)
As a leading international food wholesaler, we at METRO serve the needs of hotels, restaurants, caterers (HoReCa), independent merchants (Traders), and more. With approximately 15 million customers worldwide, our unique multichannel mix offers the flexibility of purchasing goods in-store or via our digitally connected Food Service Distribution (FSD) delivery. We continuously expand our international online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, and keep sustainability at the core of our operations, reflected in MSCI, CDP, and Dow Jones Sustainability Index listings.
Join us, in developing and strengthening an entire department and transforming cybersecurity capabilities on a global scale. If you're committed to making a real impact in the field of Cyber Security, you can #ShapeTheM with us.
* We try together, we stumble together, we get up together and shape our future. Be part of our transformation, build cross‑functional capabilities and discover new ways of excelling in the Cyber Security field.
* We create impact in the world of food and offer comfort for our customers worldwide. To achieve this, we build capabilities to be the cyber‑resilient omni‑channel wholesaler.
* We invite you to take on responsibility, make our company your company and create a business together that remains true to its roots but always seeks new solutions.
* Together, we CARRY the M, we GROW the M, we INSPIRE the M, we SHAPE the M.
The purpose of this role is to design, implement, and maintain METRO AG’s IT and Network infrastructure with a focus on security. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize system performance, enhance security measures, and implement best practices.
Your tasks
* Plan, architect, formulate designs and continually enhance Network & Edge security technologies (e.g., micro‑segmentation, zero‑trust, access, security mechanisms, third‑party access, SLA, backup, monitoring, etc.).
* Offer tools and technology to facilitate the effective operation of the Network Edge security framework, such as SD‑WAN, SWG, CASB, FWaaS, IDS/IPS, etc.
* Design and implement system hardening to minimize security risks and vulnerabilities.
* Develop and implement a comprehensive patch management strategy to ensure systems are up to date with the latest security patches.
* Develop, maintain and update Firewall Management Process and Policies.
* Oversee intrusion detection and prevention systems to proactively identify and mitigate threats.
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive backup/redundant plan for different data storages and systems.
Your impact
The role oversees current tools and technologies being leveraged within the network security infrastructure and provides strategic guidance to continuously enhance the infrastructure and network security of METRO AG. The role acts as a liaison between all network and infrastructure teams in METRO entities.
Qualifications
* Educational Background: Degree related to information security, cybersecurity or a relevant field.
* Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience in firewall management process and policies, information security and cybersecurity.
* Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of technical information security measures including Application Security, Cloud Security and Security Automation.
* Regulatory Compliance: Experience aligning technical measures with regulatory requirements, especially GDPR.
* Collaboration Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
* Innovative Mindset: Proven ability to stay updated with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies in information security and cybersecurity.
Additional Information
* Work‑life balance: Flexible working hours with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, 30 days of holidays.
* Training: A comprehensive training offer via our own training centre or externally.
* Well‑being: Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well‑being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance programme.
* Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, many campus events.
* Discounts: Jobticket discounts and discounts in our wholesale stores and at many partner companies.
* Comfort: Good transport connections, free parking spaces, JobBike.
* Company pension plan: You will receive a contribution to your company pension.
* Family driven: Three daycare centres for children on campus, support of holiday camps for children of employees.
Location: Cologne, North Rhine‑Westphalia, Germany.
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