OT-Security Specialist (m/f/d) for Security Operations Center

At 8com, based in Neustadt an der Weinstraße in the beautiful Palatinate region, the heart of cyber security is beating. Since 2004, we have been proud to be an established and trusted partner for companies and authorities in over 40 countries worldwide. Our expertise? Protection in the digital age through high-caliber managed security services. We offer a wide range of services from our modern Security Operations Center: Vulnerability Management, Security Monitoring, Threat Hunting and Digital Forensics & Incident Response - just to name a few. Our penetration tests and security awareness programs are not just services, but real eye-catchers in the field of cyber security.

Who we are

What awaits you

OT security measures: You analyze, assess, and implement security measures in our customers’ OT environments – e.g., in production facilities or control systems.

Risk analysis: You conduct risk assessments in industrial networks and help identify and mitigate vulnerabilities early on.

OT security strategies: You develop and implement OT security strategies based on established standards such as IEC 62443 or ISO 27001 to elevate IT security to the next level.

Network security: You plan and implement network security solutions like firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and segmentation measures to secure networks effectively.

Your personality: You’re a team player with strong communication skills – fluent in both German and English.

OT security architecture: You are responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining OT security architectures (e.g., Rhebo, Nozomi, Dragos, Claroty).

What distinguishes you

Your background: You hold a degree in IT, engineering, or automation technology – or a comparable qualification.

Your experience: You have practical experience in securing OT environments or industrial control systems.

Your technical expertise: You’re familiar with OT standards and protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, or Profibus. You have solid knowledge in IT security, networking, and vulnerability management.

Your working style: You think analytically, approach problems methodically, and tackle challenges with a clear plan.

Your personality: You’re a team player with strong communication skills – fluent in both German and English.

What we offer you

Team spirit: Look forward to hiking trips, rooftop BBQs, wine festivals, and gaming nights.

Well-being: We support you with fresh fruit, a generous monthly meal allowance, massage options, discounted gym memberships, a subsidized JobRad bike, and 30 vacation days per year.

Feel-good environment: Enjoy our spacious staff kitchen, cold soft drinks, a cozy coffee lounge, and a rooftop terrace with views of Hambach Castle.

Comprehensive onboarding: Our proven buddy system ensures you settle in quickly and feel part of the team.

Safe space for your future: Take advantage of a perfect environment for continuous learning and professional growth. We offer the opportunity to shape your role in a challenging and forward-thinking work environment.