ZF Friedrichshafen AG
88046 Friedrichshafen - Deutschland
Leiter/in - Informations-/Cybersicherheit
Arbeit
Vollzeit
ab 31.01.2026
Beschreibung
ZF is a global technology company supplying advanced mobility products and systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. Its comprehensive product range is primarily aimed at vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate as well as enhancing safe mobility.
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ZF is a global technology company supplying advanced mobility products and systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. Its comprehensive product range is primarily aimed at vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate as well as enhancing safe mobility.
Alongside the automotive sector - passenger cars and commercial vehicles - ZF also serves market segments such as construction and agricultural machinery, wind power, marine propulsion, rail drives and test systems.
With some 168,700 employees worldwide, ZF reported sales of €46.6 billion in fiscal year 2023. The company operates 162 production locations in 31 countries.
Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d)
We are looking for a new Director in our Information Technology department (FIIO) at our location in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
About the team:
Join us to secure one of the world's leading technology companies. As Director of IT Security, you will shape global cyber strategy, build future‑ready capabilities, and drive resilience across 42 countries.
What you can look forward to as Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d):
* Steer the long-term IT Security strategy and operating model, ensuring global resilience, cloud and digital readiness, and executive-level transparency on security risks.
* Define, implement, and continuously improve global IT Security governance standards and processes based on a risk-based security framework to protect against cyberattacks.
* Develop and mature cyber defense capabilities, including SOC, CDR, threat intelligence, and detection & response functions.
* Lead global Cyber Incident Management and ensure effective IT Service Continuity and cyber resilience across the organization.
* Lead the global IT Security unit, ensuring effective Security & Continuity Management while managing budget, staffing, skill development, and organizational maturity.
* Advise business leaders and ensure security by design across digitalization initiatives and OT environments.
* Collaborate closely with IAM, Infrastructure, Workplace, Applications, Corporate Security, Audit, and Business Resilience teams.
* Own and drive the IT Security Improvement Roadmap, translating strategy into programs, KPIs, and measurable outcomes.
Your profile as Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d):
* Strategic leadership and ability to define long term IT Security direction
* Strong governance, risk management and process management expertise
* Deep knowledge of cyber defense (SOC, CDR, IR, threat intelligence)
* Proven experience in global IT Security operations and continuity management
* Business experience in Generative AI
* Excellent stakeholder management and cross domain collaboration skills
* Capability building, organizational development and talent leadership
Strong communication skills for executive level alignment and decision support with fluent English language skills and good German language skills
Alongside the automotive sector - passenger cars and commercial vehicles - ZF also serves market segments such as construction and agricultural machinery, wind power, marine propulsion, rail drives and test systems.
With some 168,700 employees worldwide, ZF reported sales of €46.6 billion in fiscal year 2023. The company operates 162 production locations in 31 countries.
Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d)
We are looking for a new Director in our Information Technology department (FIIO) at our location in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
About the team:
Join us to secure one of the world's leading technology companies. As Director of IT Security, you will shape global cyber strategy, build future‑ready capabilities, and drive resilience across 42 countries.
What you can look forward to as Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d):
* Steer the long-term IT Security strategy and operating model, ensuring global resilience, cloud and digital readiness, and executive-level transparency on security risks.
* Define, implement, and continuously improve global IT Security governance standards and processes based on a risk-based security framework to protect against cyberattacks.
* Develop and mature cyber defense capabilities, including SOC, CDR, threat intelligence, and detection & response functions.
* Lead global Cyber Incident Management and ensure effective IT Service Continuity and cyber resilience across the organization.
* Lead the global IT Security unit, ensuring effective Security & Continuity Management while managing budget, staffing, skill development, and organizational maturity.
* Advise business leaders and ensure security by design across digitalization initiatives and OT environments.
* Collaborate closely with IAM, Infrastructure, Workplace, Applications, Corporate Security, Audit, and Business Resilience teams.
* Own and drive the IT Security Improvement Roadmap, translating strategy into programs, KPIs, and measurable outcomes.
Your profile as Director IT Cybersecurity (m/f/d):
* Strategic leadership and ability to define long term IT Security direction
* Strong governance, risk management and process management expertise
* Deep knowledge of cyber defense (SOC, CDR, IR, threat intelligence)
* Proven experience in global IT Security operations and continuity management
* Business experience in Generative AI
* Excellent stakeholder management and cross domain collaboration skills
* Capability building, organizational development and talent leadership
Strong communication skills for executive level alignment and decision support with fluent English language skills and good German language skills
Ref-Nr.: 9035642
Aktualisiert:
03.03.2026
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