Cyber Security Architect (m/f/d)

Helping our customers to sell more parts and make things einfacher with our data and solutions based on our globally leading data standards. We are TecAlliance — founded by more than 30 automotive aftermarket companies as a neutral Data‑as‑a‑Service market connector, serving as the neutral data terrain that interconnects them. With over 1,000 employees worldwide and customers in 140 countries, we enable the market — we never compete with it.

Build and lead our Security Architecture function, defining how security is engineered into our future‑ready, evergreen product landscape. As part of a global, cross‑functional environment, you will bridge security and development to turn security‑by‑design into a company‑wide default.

• Design and maintain effective cyber security architectures and target security roadmaps.
• Perform threat‑and risk analysis to identify and mitigate security issues before they occur.
• Write security concepts to ensure no security aspect is overlooked.
• Evaluate security tools, technologies and controls to enhance the security posture of TecAlliance’s products effectively.
• Suggest, challenge, and discuss architectural decisions with software development.
• Collaborate with different teams within TecAlliance as well as with external partners to find the best solutions to thrive our business.
• Stay on top of emerging threats, technologies and regulatory changes.

• Degree in IT, Information Security or equivalent education.
• Multiple years of experience in a security architecture role (at least 4 years) and as a software developer.
• Experience in project coordination or management role.
• Expertise in Risk & Threat Analysis Methodologies.
• Experience in penetration testing.
• English language proficiency (B2 level or higher). German language would be a big plus.

• Unlimited contracts by default (six‑month probation period).
• Compensation package: 97% fixed base salary paid monthly, with a 3% performance‑based bonus paid annually, dependent on company performance.
• Company credit card for travel, keeping cash with you as long as you hand in your expense bill promptly.
• Company pension plan.
• Group accident insurance.
• Bike leasing.
• Discounts on corporate benefits program with a broad range of partners.
• Subsidised meals if you work on one of our sites.
• 30 days vacation per year.
• Flexible working hours — you decide where and when you work.

Hybrid Remote: we work mostly remotely within Germany and you can work from anywhere within the country; however we have regular on‑site days depending on your location, with some occasional international travel (about once or twice a year).

You will receive an individual onboarding plan, have multiple onboarding days in the beginning, and a wealth of e‑learning, training and documentation besides your team at your disposal.

Notebook, headset and mouse will be provided, other equipment upon request or need.

Kununu Top Company since 2022: score currently sits at 4.1/5 with an 83%+ recommendation rate. We value ownership, cooperation, entrepreneurial thinking and self‑reflection to communicate effectively as ONE team. Team culture is key; we celebrate regularly and have team events. Come as you are — we support a relaxed approach to dress. Your contribution matters: shape our value‑driven culture and agile transformation together with your colleagues.