Knorr-Bremse AG

Security Assurance Specialist (f/m/d)

Knorr-Bremse AG  •  Kraków, PL (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Your responsibilities:

  • conducting security assessments and control validation across products, systems and internal processes,
  • evaluating the effectiveness of technical and administrative security controls using frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, SOC2 and industry standards,
  • performing continuous assurance activities to maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements,
  • identifying control gaps, preparing clear findings and tracking remediation activities,
  • supporting risk assessments by analyzing security risks and recommending mitigation strategies,
  • reviewing system architectures, data flows and configurations for assurance considerations,
  • providing expert input for security exception processes and risk treatment plans,
  • collaborating with engineering, IT, product security, procurement and operations to embed assurance requirements,
  • participating in design reviews, supplier risk evaluations and security improvement initiatives,
  • creating assurance reports, dashboards and metrics for leadership visibility,
  • analyzing trends from assessments and incidents to identify systemic improvement opportunities,
  • contributing to the development of security assurance strategy, processes and tooling.

Our requirements:

  • bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, IT or a related field (or equivalent experience),
  • 3+ years of experience in security assurance, security compliance, audit, risk management or technical security roles,
  • strong understanding of security frameworks such as IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, SOC 2 and CIS Controls,
  • experience conducting assessments, validating controls or supporting security audits,
  • ability to interpret technical architectures, security controls and risk impacts,
  • excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable guidance,
  • strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.

Optional:

  • certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer or Security+.
  • experience in regulated industries such as automotive, critical infrastructure, financial services, cloud or manufacturing.
  • familiarity with secure development practices, cloud security or product security assurance.
  • experience with GRC or assurance tools such as Archer, ServiceNow GRC, OneTrust or Drata.

We offer:

  • remote work up to 11 days per month (after a 3-month induction period),
  • attractive salary and package,
  • creative and challenging work in an international environment,
  • interesting projects and development opportunities,
  • friendly atmosphere and team support,
  • attractive benefits package (e.g. private medical care, sports card, life insurance, language training, holiday allowance),
  • incentive programs.
Knorr-Bremse AG

About Knorr-Bremse AG

Knorr-Bremse is the global market and technology leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems. Knorr-Bremse’s products make a decisive contribution to greater safety and energy efficiency on rail tracks and roads around the world. About 30,500 employees at over 100 locations in 30 countries develop and produce innovative solutions and services that meet the highest technological standards. In 2024, Knorr-Bremse’s two divisions together generated revenues of approximately € 7.9 billion.

For 120 years, the company has been at the cutting edge of its industries, driving innovation in mobility and transportation technologies with a leading edge in connected system solutions. Knorr-Bremse is one of Germany’s most successful industrial companies and profits from the key global megatrends: urbanization, sustainability, digitalization, and mobility.

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
München, DE
Year Founded
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