Cyber Security Solution Architect EDR (m/f/d)

Professionals without leadership responsibility

Key Facts

  • Professionals without leadership responsibility
    Professionals without leadership responsibility
  • IT Security / Network Administration
    IT Security / Network Administration
  • Full time
    Full time
  • Düsseldorf, NRW, Germany
    Düsseldorf, NRW, Germany

Job Description

About Us:
Join our dynamic team of Cyber Defense Leaders and become a key player in safeguarding METRO. We are committed to fostering a secure environment where innovation thrives. As a Cyber Defense Leader, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop into a seasoned security practitioner within our company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and Integrate: Design and implement EDR/XDR solutions that align with METRO’s detection and response strategy.
  • Strategic Planning: Contribute to the roadmap for endpoint and extended detection capabilities, ensuring alignment with business and security goals.
  • Operational Integration: Work closely with Security Operations to ensure seamless integration of EDR/XDR into daily processes.
  • Global Collaboration: Engage with international teams and external vendors to drive solution adoption and continuous improvement.
  • Mentorship and Growth: Step into an architectural role with support and guidance, even if you're transitioning from a senior engineering position.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Experience with at least one leading EDR/XDR platform (e.g., Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Cortex XDR, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of detection and response principles and how they apply in enterprise environments.
  • Ability to design and integrate security solutions into operational workflows.
  • Strong communication skills and experience working in cross-functional, international teams.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to long-term planning.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, SANS, or vendor-specific credentials are a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us:

  • Opportunity to grow within a supportive and innovative environment.
  • Work with cutting-edge technologies and tools.
  • Be part of a team of Cyber Defense Leaders that values your contributions and encourages professional development.
  • Help shape the future of METRO's cyber defense at a global scale.

Benefits

Working hours

Work-life balance

Flexible working time models with the option of mobile working in consultation with your line manager, 30 days holiday.

Learning and development

Learning & development

A comprehensive range of training courses via our own training centre or external providers.

Work-life balance

Well-being

Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance programme.

Career planning

Exciting life on campus

Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees and many campus events.

Employee discount

Employee discount

Discounted job ticket and discount at all METRO stores throughout Germany and at many partner companies.

Commute

Comfort

Very good transport connections, free parking, job bike.

Pension schemes

Company pension scheme

You will receive a subsidy from us for your pension scheme.

Family friendly

Family-friendly

Three day-care centres on campus, childcare programme during the holidays.

Contact

METRO
People & Culture
METRO AG

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