
Location:
Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
Job ID:
R0125417
Date Posted:
2026-04-20
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
We are seeking a Cyber Security Lead – Network Control to join our Grid Automation team in Mannheim.
In this role, you will shape and deliver cyber security strategies for complex IT/OT environments, supporting customers, sales, and projects to ensure secure and reliable network operations.
The position targets experienced experts (5+ years) in IT/OT and cyber security who enjoy customer interaction and international collaboration.
How you’ll make an impact
Professional service delivery and project execution for network and substation control systems, covering cyber security, IT/OT system design, networks, operating systems, and hardware
Translation of customer requirements into tailored solution concepts
Ensuring the delivery of services agreed in service contracts and projects
Continuous market monitoring and further development of the service portfolio
Support of the sales organization in solution design, costing, and bid preparation
Support of the engineering team in implementing cyber security–related topics within projects and service contracts
Your background
Successfully completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Business Informatics, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field
Experience with cyber security in complex IT/OT systems, particularly within critical infrastructure and network design
Experience in the planning, costing, and implementation of cyber‑security‑relevant measures, such as network architectures, firewall configurations, backup solutions, SOC/SIEM systems, and security monitoring
Understanding of commercial and business relationships
Independent and proactive working style, with a willingness to take ownership and responsibility
Strong communication skills combined with high customer orientation and a sales mindset
Fluent in German and English, written and spoken; French is an advantage
Interest in international collaboration and willingness to travel worldwide
More about us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve custom-ers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.