Cyber Security Advisory (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

At BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

JOIN THE TEAM

• Cyber Security Advisory consults inhouse stakeholders on complex cyber security solutions. 
• The Advisor coordinates implementation projects to improve the security level of BASF. 
• This role advises executives, consults on complex Cyber Security inquiries, coordinates the implementation of improvements and monitors progress of the cyber security landscape globally

RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Advise on the evaluation of security requirements in consultation with all strategic business areas
• Support the development of security standards, which apply for all technologies of the IT- and product portfolio. 
• Responsible for initiation of security projects and the role of professional caretaker for such.
• Active exchange of knowledge and collaboration across teams within the IT- organization.
• Communication and coordination with various internal stakeholders and communities to raise awareness for security during solution design and to add value for the business strategy. 
• Steers suppliers to ensure compliance with BASF security requirements; further, conducts escalation and solution of security breaches and deviations.
• Active participation in industry networks of colleagues to discuss special topics and developments. Integrates the findings of those discussions into his/her evaluations.
• Participation in relationship management with external institutions and communities (e.g. governmental agencies, authorities, press).
• Development and evaluation of measures to reduce identified security risks, which have been construed from future threats. 
• Evaluation of possibilities to improve business and innovations through secure technologies; integration into strategic business requirements.
• Evaluation of various innovative technologies with reference to security in business environments (e.g. Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data & Cyber Security analytics, Cloud).
• Application of, and advice on the security strategy with different internal stakeholders and multiplicators.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree or comparable in the field of IT, e.g.:

• Business Informatics
• Industrial Engineering
• Computer Science
• IT Security
• Mathematics

Professional experience:

• At least 3 years in comparable positions

Practical experience:

• Fast comprehension, strong conceptual and analytical skills and a sense for situational solutions
• Cyber security architecture and consulting skills and experience 
• Strong technical knowledge and fundamentals of IT/OT security e.g. network segmentation, firewalls, endpoint security, anomaly detection
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles desired
• Experiences in the filed of evaluation and implementation of new cyber solutions 
• Knowledge of common security standards is an advantage e.g., NIST, ISO27000

Other qualifications - IT skills:

• Solid knowledge of MS-Office
• ISO 27001 is an advantage
• Basic understanding of business and IT processes

Other qualifications - Certifications are an advantage:

• CISSP
• CISM
• CCSP
• OSCP

BENEFITS

• A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
• Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
• Learning and development opportunities
• 23 holiday days per year
• 5 additional days (readjustment)
• 2 cultural days
• A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
• Being part of an international team and work in global projects
• Relocation assistance to Madrid provided

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.