Head of Infrastructure Security – Terminal Security Lead

DET Deutsche Energy Terminal GmbH

Head of Infrastructure Security at Deutsche Energy Terminal managing the safety of LNG terminals. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and coordinating with security agencies in Germany.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDüsseldorf • 🇩🇪 GermanyLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsibility for the physical security of the company’s infrastructure
Protection against crime, attack scenarios and other hazards
Coordination and liaison with security authorities and institutions
Implementation of the company’s strategic and operational directives
Ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements as well as internal policies
Development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive security concept
Monitoring and coordination of measures to protect critical infrastructure (KRITIS)
Conducting security and vulnerability analyses, threat assessments and risk evaluations
Planning, directing and controlling security measures
Preparation and maintenance of security policies and emergency/crisis plans
Organization and delivery of training and security exercises
Preparation of incident analyses and reports and derivation of improvement measures
Responsibility for the security budget and selection of external service providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed technical degree or an equivalent qualification in security management, hazard prevention or a related field
At least 5 years of professional experience in the described areas
Solid knowledge of security management, risk management and protection of critical infrastructure (KRITIS)
Very good knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements concerning security and public order law
Experience with security concepts, emergency and crisis management, hazard prevention and physical security technology (video surveillance, access control, alarm systems)
Experience collaborating with security authorities and external service providers
Knowledge of project management, particularly for security projects, construction projects or the implementation of technical-organizational measures
Strong communication skills, ability to work with authorities and external partners, and assertiveness on security-critical issues
Analytical and structured thinking, strong attention to detail and sound judgment in assessing risks
Willingness to undergo security screening in accordance with the Security Clearance Act (SÜG)
Native-level German and very good written and spoken English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contribute to a mission that is vital for the security of supply for Germany and its neighboring countries
Permanent employment contract
Training and professional development opportunities
A dynamic environment with varied tasks and a high degree of responsibility
30 days of annual leave
Home office options by arrangement
Medical healthcare coverage
Coverage of the Deutschland-Ticket
Attractive workplace and working environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

Security ConceptsHazard PreventionPhysical Security TechnologyVideo SurveillanceAccess ControlAlarm SystemsSecurity Policy DevelopmentIncident AnalysisThreat AssessmentRisk Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingAttention to DetailAssertivenessCollaboration

Certifications

Security Clearance Act (SÜG)