IT Security Consultant / Security Expert (all genders)

SSE - Secure Systems Engineering GmbH

Berufsfeld
Technik

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IT Security Consultant / Security Expert (all genders), SSE - Secure Systems Engineering GmbH

Location: Berlin (Hybrid / Remote EU)

SSE - Secure Systems Engineering GmbH, headquartered in Berlin, is a specialized consultancy for enterprise IT and information security. As passionate experts in research, engineering, and offensive and defensive security, we support organizations throughout the entire security lifecycle - from strategy and design to implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement. We believe that security must be practical, agile, and human centric. Because security is not binary - it is built through expertise, collaboration, and meaningful impact. If you are passionate about IT security and want to help shape the cybersecurity landscape of leading organizations, we look forward to receiving your application.

Your Benefits at SSE

Attractive, above average compensation package
State of the art equipment and flexible hybrid work - at client sites, in our Berlin office, or from home
Centrally located offices with access to the ThinkTank Campus in Berlin Wannsee
Comfortable travel policy plus free snacks and beverages
Flat hierarchies and space for your own ideas
International team with a strong sense of collaboration
Early responsibility and creative freedom from day one
Structured onboarding with a buddy and mentor
Continuous learning opportunities and regular development discussions

Your Role

This position focuses primarily on technical IT security responsibilities. You will contribute to strengthening and evolving our clients' security posture by addressing technical, organizational, and regulatory challenges. Depending on your experience, you may also support light project coordination tasks, but formal project management responsibility is not required at this stage.

Key responsibilities

Analyze security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats across systems, processes, and organizations
Support the development and improvement of security concepts, architectures, and controls
Conduct or assist with security assessments, audits, and penetration testing activities
Advise clients on standards such as ISO 27001/27002, BSI, NIST, GDPR, DORA, and ISO 27701
Translate technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non technical stakeholders

Optional (not required): experience in project coordination

If you bring experience in project coordination or project steering, you may optionally:

Support the planning and tracking of security related tasks
Align stakeholders and ensure structured communication
Contribute to reporting, prioritization, and effort estimation

These PM related tasks are not mandatory and can be gradually expanded depending on your development interest.

Your Profile

Degree in a relevant field (STEM, economics, law, international relations) or equivalent experience
2-4 years of experience in IT security, consulting, risk management, compliance, or IT/software environments
Strong analytical and problem solving skills in a security context
Experience in one or more areas:

Penetration testing / Red Teaming
Defensive Security / Blue Team
Risk Management / Governance / Compliance
Information Security (ISO, BSI, NIST)
Security Architecture
Data Protection (GDPR, ISO 27701, DORA)

Excellent communication skills with both technical and non technical stakeholders
Very good German and English; Arabic and/or Russian are a plus
Project management experience is welcome but not required

We look forward to getting to know you. Please apply using the "I am interested" button.

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