Senior IT Security Engineer – Consultant

carmasec GmbH & Co. KG

Senior IT-Security Engineer/Consultant designing and implementing security solutions for carmasec, a German cybersecurity consultancy. Advising clients and leading technical security projects across complex enterprise infrastructures.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeEssen • 🇩🇪 GermanySenior💰 €66,400 - €90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing cybersecurity solutions, with a strong focus on creating technical security strategies and tailored security measures for complex IT infrastructures. Proven ability to lead technical security projects and advise clients on cybersecurity matters.

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Cybersecurity Solutions DevelopmentTechnical Security Strategy CreationExperience with Security TechnologiesProject Leadership in CybersecurityClient Advisory on IT Security

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Hard Skills

Building Secure IT InfrastructuresOperating Secure IT InfrastructuresEndpoint Security MeasuresNetwork Security MeasuresAuthentication Systems Security

Soft Skills

Solution-Oriented MindsetAbility to Tackle Complex ChallengesWillingness to LearnKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

Palo AltoFortinetMicrosoftTrellixOkta

Industry Keywords

Cyber Threat DetectionCyber Attacks DefenseIT SecurityTechnical Security Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions from various vendors within complex IT infrastructures
Create technical security strategies to defend against cyber attacks
Implement tailored security measures for endpoints, networks, and authentication systems
Establish measures for early detection of cyber threats
Advise and support clients on cybersecurity and IT security matters
Lead and take responsibility for technical security projects
Select client projects together with the company according to personal interests

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience building and operating secure IT infrastructures
Strong knowledge of security technologies from established vendors, e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Microsoft, Trellix, or Okta
Solution-oriented mindset
Ability to tackle complex technical challenges
Willingness to learn new things and share knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to experiment, an open error culture, and the opportunity to help shape company structures
Support for personal and professional development
Flexible working hours
Compensation for overtime
Germany-wide job ticket (public transport subsidy)
Urban Sports Club membership
Daycare placement subsidy
Company bike (JobRad)
Regular training and continuing education
Renowned certifications
Choice of individual hardware
Low travel requirements
Monthly Open Space
Regular team-building events, workations, summer party and Christmas party
Workation and sabbatical options
30 days of vacation per year
Special leave for important life events