Data Privacy & Security Engineer (m/f/d)

As a leading international food wholesaler, we at METRO are specialized in catering to the needs of hotels, restaurants, caterers (HoReCa), independent merchants (Traders), and more. With approximately 15 million customers worldwide, our unique multichannel mix offers the flexibility of purchasing goods in-store or via our digitally connected Food Service Distribution (FSD) delivery. In addition, we are continuously expanding our international online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, to meet the needs of our professional customers. We furthermore take pride in our commitment to sustainability which is considered in all our actions and being listed in various sustainability indices and rankings for years is proof for our dedication (e. g. MSCI, CDP, Dow Jones Sustainability Index). With our business operations spanning 32 countries, over 90,000 employees worldwide and generating sales of around €30 billion in the fiscal year 2022/23, we are determined to continue our journey to growth. 

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de.

Join us, in developing and strengthening an entire department and transforming cybersecurity capabilities on a global scale. If you're committed to making a real impact in the field of Cyber Security, you can #ShapeTheM with us.  

Besides an interesting professional environment, we offer you a culture that wants you to thrive and allows to learn from each other: 

• We try together, we stumble together, we get up together and shape our future. Be part of our transformation, build cross-functional capabilities and discover new ways of excelling in the Cyber Security field. 

• We create impact in the world of food and offer comfort for our customers worldwide. To achieve this, we build capabilities to be the cyber-resilient omni-channel wholesaler. 

• We invite you to take on responsibility, make our company your company and create a business together that remains true to its roots but always seeks new solutions. 

• Together, we CARRY the M, we GROW the M, we INSPIRE the M, we SHAPE the M. 

The purpose of this role is to oversee and ensure the protection, compliance, and integrity of all information assets within METRO AG. This includes developing and implementing robust information security measures to mitigate risks, safeguard sensitive information, and uphold regulatory requirements. Additionally, this role collaborates closely with the global Data Privacy Team to implement technical measures for safeguarding personal information and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Your tasks:

• Develop and maintain technical information security guidelines and supportive documents aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Communicate changes regarding technical information security guidelines to the global Data Privacy Team and ensure alignment.
• Align state-of-the-art solutions/measures with Information Security and global Data Privacy Teams, covering areas such as Application Security, Technical & Operational Measures, Cloud Security, and Security Automation.
• Provide support in understanding and developing system requirements and technical solutions for cybersecurity engineering based on system architectures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement and maintain robust security measures, including encryption, access controls, and monitoring systems.
• Select and implement the latest technologies, with a focus on Security Automation, and lead the automation, integration, and orchestration of security-related activities and procedures.
• Work closely with business partners and the Security Operations team to ensure compatibility of processes and systems within the security architecture.

Your Impact:

The role plays a pivotal role in translating data privacy and security requirements into technical measures that can be implemented by software engineering and infrastructure teams across METRO AG. Acting as the technical interface between Data Protection Officers and local IT teams, this role ensures that regulations and processes are effectively translated into technical measures.

• Educational Background: A degree related to information security, cybersecurity, or a relevant field is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in information security and cybersecurity is essential.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated deep knowledge of technical information security measures, including Application Security, Cloud Security, and Security Automation. Proficiency in implementing encryption, access controls, and monitoring systems is required.
• Regulatory Compliance: Experience in aligning technical measures with regulatory requirements, especially in the context of data protection regulations such as GDPR.
• Collaboration Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT teams, Security Operations, and Data Privacy Teams.
• Innovative Mindset: Proven ability to stay updated with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies in information security and cybersecurity.

• We offer to be part of a fast-growing international team that has significant scaling ambitions across multiple markets.
• Work-Life Balance: Trusted working hours, 30 days of vacation and home office options
• Further training: A comprehensive further training offer over an own training team as well as an own annual training budget.
• Well-being: Health programs, a free fitness studio on our campus and regular employee events.
• Comfort: Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces including charging facilities for e-mobility. A canteens with a varied selection of meals and discounts in our stores and at many partner companies.