Penetration Testing & Security Assurance Coordinator - Remote

About the Role

We are seeking a Penetration Testing & Security Assurance Coordinator to join our team remotely. In this role, you will be responsible for the central planning, management, and orchestration of all company-wide penetration tests and security audits. You will coordinate with internal departments, external service providers, and stakeholders to ensure the timely execution of testing activities.

What You'll Do

• Plan and manage penetration tests and security audits, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
• Track the progress of tests, sending reminders to involved colleagues and escalating any delays to ensure timely execution.
• Collect, review, and organize all relevant evidence, test results, reports, and technical artifacts.
• Ensure the quality of documentation, including completeness, traceability, and adherence to internal standards.
• Coordinate follow-up actions, including tracking open findings, prioritization, and regular reporting on vulnerability management.
• Support the development of processes, policies, and standards related to penetration testing, vulnerability management, and security assurance.
• Maintain and enhance central overviews, dashboards, and registers (e.g., test calendars, evidence registers, action lists).
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external auditors, providing evidence and structured communication.

Requirements

• Completed degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.
• Experience in penetration testing, security assurance, security auditing, or technical project/process management in the IT security environment.
• Understanding of common attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and testing methodologies to effectively organize and assess test content.
• Proficient in using Office and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ideally have experience with ticket or tracking systems.
• Structured, analytical, and process-oriented working style with a high quality standard.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, especially when dealing with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and ability to manage multiple topics simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, DORA, BSI Basic Protection) is a plus.
• Fluent in German and proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• Experience with security tools and frameworks.
• Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CEH, CISSP).
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.

What We Offer

• Benefit from a collective agreement with a 38-hour work week.
• Improve your ecological footprint with options like e-bike leasing.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home at least two days a week.
• 30 days of vacation per year.
• Modern workspaces that support your creative efforts.
• Discounts at over 100 companies.