About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

At Hitachi Rail, we are driving the sustainable transformation of mobility by making rail travel safer, more efficient, and more attractive. Our technologies enable billions of people to reach their destinations in a climate-friendly way. With 24,000 employees in more than 50 countries, we are a reliable partner for the world's leading transport companies.

Security Engineer – Product Security (m/f/d) (Ref. No. R1012311) full-time or part-time at our location in Ditzingen

You gladly accept this responsibility:

As a Security Engineer for Product Security (m/f/d), you will ensure the IT security of our software solutions in the railway sector. You will support our product C900, an established legacy system in the railway environment, throughout its entire lifecycle and integrate security requirements according to IEC 62443 into its development early and sustainably.

This also includes the following tasks:

• They systematically analyze risks and threats according to IEC 62443 and identify security gaps in software solutions for the railway sector.
• With your expertise, you ensure that the requirements of IEC 62443 and other relevant safety standards are consistently met throughout the entire product development process.
• They design, implement, and evaluate security mechanisms such as authentication, encryption, access control, and intrusion detection systems for software and hardware components.
• Working closely together, you will support development and product teams in the secure integration of new technologies and the use of COTS components.
• Furthermore, you will create security concepts, risk assessments, reports and guidelines that comply with regulatory and normative requirements.
• Last but not least, you train internal teams on security-related topics, provide guidance on handling security-critical products, and support the analysis and follow-up of security incidents.

You bring the following with you:

• You have successfully completed a technical degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a comparable IT-oriented education with relevant professional experience.
• You will confidently apply your sound practical experience in the field of cyber security in complex product and development environments.
• You possess strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and initial experience in scripting, for example with Python.
• Furthermore, you bring experience with ISO/IEC 62443 or comparable industry standards as well as a good understanding of common security best practices.
• Your structured, solution-oriented and independent work style makes you a valued team member in interdisciplinary teams.
• They have fluent German and English skills.

Our Talent Acquisition Team looks forward to hearing from you.

Tel.: +49 (0)172 8281688

Madeleine Tahiri

We look forward to receiving your application in just a few clicks via our career portal.

Further information about Hitachi Rail Germany as an employer can be found at www.hitachirail.com/careers

About Us

Our motivation and driving force is the mobility revolution. To achieve this, our teams develop innovative products and solutions. With our global expertise, we cover the entire rail system – from rolling stock and maintenance to signaling and safety technology, digital control systems, and smart ticketing systems.

Our projects are diverse. To further strengthen our teams, we are looking for your support. We offer an attractive package with the following benefits:

• Stronger together : Networking through internal networks such as YES (Young Employee Society) or WoMenTogether, as well as working in international teams
• Our motivation : Together we are laying the foundations for the digitalization of the railway world in Germany and worldwide, to bring people safely to their destinations and to their loved ones!
• Flexible working : We offer you flexible working models such as flextime and hybrid working.
• Attractive conditions : A secure and permanent job at a globally operating company with a collective bargaining agreement.

At Hitachi Rail, open dialogue and transparency are actively promoted and practiced. We actively advocate for diversity, create the necessary framework for it, and are committed to consistently promoting all forms of diversity. We are convinced that we achieve the best results with diverse teams and that equal opportunities are a given. Our exemplary approach to equal opportunity-oriented personnel management has been recognized with the TOTAL E-Quality award. Through specific programs, we promote diversity and inclusion, as well as work-life balance, and support our employees in balancing their private lives with the exciting challenges at Hitachi Rail.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.