Network & Infrastructure Security Lead (m/f/d) at METRO/MAKRO

Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Security, Cybersecurity, Firewall Management, Application Security, Cloud Security, Security Automation, Regulatory Compliance, Collaboration, Innovative Mindset, System Hardening, Patch Management, Intrusion Detection, Backup Management, Micro-Segmentation, Zero-Trust, SD-WAN

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Company Description As a leading international food wholesaler, we at METRO are specialized in catering to 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. In addition, we are continuously expanding our international online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, to meet the needs of our professional customers. We furthermore take pride in our commitment to sustainability which is considered in all our actions and being listed in various sustainability indices and rankings for years is proof for our dedication (e. g. MSCI, CDP, Dow Jones Sustainability Index). With our business operations spanning 32 countries, over 90,000 employees worldwide and generating sales of around €30 billion in the fiscal year 2022/23, we are determined to continue our journey to growth. At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de. Job Description 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. Besides an interesting professional environment, we offer you a culture that wants you to thrive and allows to learn from each other: 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, Intrusion detection and prevention systems (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, systems Your Impact: The role oversees current tools and technologies being leveraged within the network security infrastructure and provides strategic guidance to continuously to enhance the infrastructure and network security of METRO AG. The role acts as a liaison between all network and infrastructure team in METRO entities. Qualifications Educational Background: Degree related to information security, cybersecurity, or 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 center 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 program. Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, many campus events. Discounts: discounted Jobticket as well as 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 centers for children on campus, support of holiday camps for children of employees.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining METRO AG’s IT and Network infrastructure with a focus on security. It requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and enhance security measures.