Cyber Security Engineer (NIS2, BASO) (f/m/d)

Description

• Start Date: Asap
• Location: Gilching or Darmstadt, Germany
• Requirement: EU Citizenship
• Working hours: Full time, 40h/week
• Submission deadline: 2026-10-22

About SSC Space:

Welcome to SSC Space – the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, space consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, flight test services, satellite propulsion systems, and much more.
SSC also has one of the world’s largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help earth benefit from space?
If you answered yes to the question, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Cyber Security Engineer, respectively Business Area Security Officer (BASO). We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

Security:
In line with security requirements for the concerned missions of this position, the candidate has to hold a European citizenship. Evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.
• More than 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or security engineering.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance frameworks and standards.
• Strong understanding of:
• NIS2 Directive
• Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)
• ISO 27001
• Security risk management
• Business continuity and resilience concepts
• Experience with secure software development and DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and SaaS architectures.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management, threat modelling, and incident response.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical technical and organizational measures.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English
• The following additional qualifications are an advantage:
• Experience in the Space Industry
• Understanding of latest technological advancements in the field of Artificial Intelligence
• Java
• Angular
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker
• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Previous experience working in a Scrum Team
• Holding EU citizenship