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What you´ll do
GS2 enables business in heavily regulated markets, managing SAPs government accreditations for Secrecy and Critical Infrastructure worldwide. GS2 understands customers national security risk position and translates risk into actionable requirements, processes and controls.
In this role, you will be responsible for integrating the corporate processes of the German KRITIS team into other countries affected by the EU's NIS2 directive
Key tasks include:
1. Act as NIS2 Integration Expert, bridging the German KRITIS team with other EU member states' critical infrastructure teams.
2. Manage Cross-Border Integration of security protocols, processes, and controls in accordance with NIS2.
3. Facilitate Compliance with NIS2 directives by coordinating with local and EU-level supervisory authorities.
4. Understand and Assess national security risks and offer cybersecurity best practices tailored to each country's needs.
5. Translate National Security Requirements into actionable processes and controls, ensuring alignment with NIS2.
6. Enable Cross-Border Collaboration through interaction with customers and supervisory authorities, fostering a unified approach to critical infrastructure protection.
7. Develop and Implement strategies to integrate SAP and other enterprise systems securely and compliantly within the NIS2 framework.
What you bring
8. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
9. Relevant certifications such as:
10. CISSP, CISM, CISA (for cybersecurity governance and risk)
11. ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or ISO 31000 Risk Management
12. Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer)
13. Knowledge of German and EU regulatory frameworks (e.g., KRITIS, NIS2
14. 7-10+ years of experience in risk management with a strong focus on cybersecurity and IT transformation within sensitive environments (e.g., defence, intelligence, national infrastructure, or public sector).
In-depth understanding of international and European cybersecurity control frameworks such as:
NIS2 Directive EU Cybersecurity Act ISO/IEC 27001/27005 NIST Cybersecurity Framework ENISA guidelines Practical experience applying security controls across enterprise IT environments and complex digital ecosystems
Regulatory Expertise
15. Expertise in regulatory and governance frameworks relevant to national security and critical infrastructure, specifically German KRITIS and EU NIS2.
16. Deep understanding of the threat landscape, including cyber, espionage, economic security, and hybrid threats, with a focus on EU geopolitics.
17. Knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in national security operations, including data protection, data residency, and relevant national security regulations
Security & Integration
18. Expertise in integrating corporate processes and security measures within and across borders, in line with NIS2 directives.
19. Strong understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), with a focus on security configuration and regulatory compliance.
20. Proven experience in risk and security oversight of large-scale enterprise systems
SAP & Enterprise Systems
21. Proven experience in risk and security oversight of large-scale SAP implementation or migration projects.
22. Knowledge of SAP security controls, identity and access management (IAM), and integration with sovereign and regulated environments
Other Attributes
23. High level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment.
24. Resilience and ability to operate under pressure or in crisis situations.
25. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate cross-border collaborations.
26. Commitment to continuous learning and development in national and international security affairs
27. Fluent German and English language skills