Cyber Security & Business Continuity Specialist (AMERICAS)

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.

Its sales of € 4.7 billion in the 2023 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.

Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.

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Your role

As part of the Symrise IT & Cyber Security team, the Cyber Security & Business Continuity Specialist (AMERICAS) is responsible for proactively monitoring and protecting the IT environment. This role includes active participation in regional and global IT projects and processes to safeguard the organization's hardware, software, and data from theft, loss, and cyberattacks. Key tasks involve identifying potential vulnerabilities, installing software to protect systems from unauthorized access, and documenting and reporting security detections. A central focus of this position is Business Continuity Management (BCM), where the specialist acts as a sparring partner to the business, serving as a trusted advisor and collaborating closely with stakeholders to align IT security and BCM initiatives with organizational needs. Responsibilities include designing and implementing measures to ensure the resilience of IT systems against disruptions, contributing to disaster recovery planning, and working with cross-functional teams to develop and test robust business continuity strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with reginal business teams (US & LATAM) to design, test, and refine comprehensive business continuity plans to maintain operational stability during disruptions.
• Act as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to the business, aligning Cyber Security and Business Continuity Management (BCM) efforts with organizational objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the resilience of IT systems, including support for disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Monitor and secure computer networks by assessing vulnerabilities and investigating security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents with the latest security tools.
• Collaborate with global IT and security teams, assist in penetration testing, network vulnerability detection and auditing of systems, applications and access rights.
• Provide comprehensive support to business units, projects, and customers on security-related topics, ensuring clear guidance and alignment with security best practices.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) are an advantage.
• Proven experience in IT security, business continuity management, and disaster recovery planning, preferably in a regional or global environment.
• General knowledge of IT security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR), penetration testing, network vulnerability detection, and system auditing. Experience with firewalls, data encryption, and operating security measures.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to investigate security breaches, assess vulnerabilities, and implement effective solutions.
• High level of accuracy in monitoring, reporting, and managing the security landscape to safeguard IT systems and infrastructure.

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.