Germany
WorkMotion
Vestas
Lead Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d) - Offshore Operations
Germany
Hamburg, Germany
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About the opportunity
Vestas Factory
About Vestas
Vestas is the global partner for sustainable energy solutions. Our more than 35.000 colleagues worldwide specialize in the development, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of wind turbines – onshore and offshore.
Together, we are driving the energy transition: With over 200 GW of installed capacity in 88 countries, Vestas is a leader in wind energy.
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Notice Regarding Fraudulent Attempts
Please note that the Vestas Talent Acquisition Team will only contact you through verified channels (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.). Our email communication will only be via email addresses ending in @vestas.com.
You can find more information about our recruiting process here:
Recruiting Process & FAQs vestas.de/de-de/karriere/Unser-Recruitingprozess.
Our Commitment to Fair Hiring – So Your Strengths Count
At Vestas, what truly matters counts: your professional experience, your education, and your skills. To allow us to focus entirely on your potential, please remove all photos, date of birth, graduation years, pronouns, marital status, and other personal details not relevant to the position before uploading your resume. Your resume should focus on your professional career, education, and contact details (email and phone number). We ensure a fair process: Our Hiring Teams are trained in inclusive assessment, and we regularly review our procedures so your qualifications remain at the center.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial for innovation and success. We welcome all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or path – and especially encourage those who might hesitate to apply.
As our CEO, Henrik Andersen, says: “Expertise and talent come in many forms. A diverse work environment allows us to think differently and tackle the complex challenges of our industry.” Your perspective makes the difference: Help us drive a sustainable, green energy future.
Do you want to actively shape the energy future? At Vestas, you have the opportunity! As the world market leader in wind energy, we drive innovation to create a more sustainable world. With us, you will take on responsibility, develop professionally and personally, and work in an environment that fosters collaboration, courage, and new ideas.
Would you like to contribute your expertise in an international environment? At Vestas, exciting projects, modern ways of working, and real opportunities for development await you.
Take the next step and launch your career as a Lead Cyber Security Engineer (m/f/d) – Offshore Operations.
Become part of our team and work with us on a more sustainable future for all.
Your Benefits – Because Your Contribution Matters!
- Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and an unlimited employment contract with long-term prospects.
- Development & Know-how: Varied work in a future-oriented industry as well as individual professional development opportunities.
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, Home Office option for up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation + Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve off, and option for sabbatical.
- Attractive Extras: Business Bike, gym subsidy, company pension plan, Deutschlandticket.
- Team & Culture: Scandinavian-influenced with flat hierarchies, a "you" culture, and strong teamwork.
Your Responsibilities – Where You'll Make an Impact!
- You will support our offshore teams with cyber security topics related to SCADA systems, networks, and industrial controls.
- You will be the point of contact for OT network and security issues.
- You will assist technicians and service teams with secure remote access, firewall rules, user management, and network protection.
- You will provide remote support via hotline, phone, email, or ticketing systems – including on-call duty on a rotating basis.
- If required, you will work in shifts between 06:00 and 18:00.
- You will work closely with engineering, IT security, and 3rd-level teams to further develop security measures.
- You will support audits and contribute to compliance with relevant security standards.
- You will share knowledge, develop colleagues, and continuously improve processes and security solutions.
- You will accompany new wind farm projects.
Your Profile – What Impresses Us!
- You have at least 2–3 years of professional experience working with cyber security standards such as IEC 62443, NIS-2, and KRITIS-V, ideally in an industrial or critical infrastructure environment.
- You bring at least 2 years of practical experience working with industrial routers and switches from various manufacturers (e.g., Hirschmann, Moxa, Cisco, RuggedCom).
- You have in-depth experience working with Cisco® network components, including configuration, hardening, and troubleshooting.
- You possess strong debugging and analytical skills, supported by practical experience in systematic troubleshooting of complex network systems.
- You have good basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS, IEC 104, or OPC UA.
- You have extensive practical experience with Windows servers and Linux systems (installation, configuration, basic administration).
- Very good English skills (C1) and good German skills (B2) in speaking and writing complete your profile.
- Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox) is a plus – or you are willing to immerse yourself in learning them.
- Experience with industrial electrical systems (e.g., substations, automation systems, switchgear) is advantageous.
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