Data Privacy Manager & Information Security Officer

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Privacy Manager and Information Security Officer to join our organization. This dual‑role position ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data while ensuring compliance with relevant privacy laws, regulations, and best practices. The ideal candidate will lead efforts to safeguard sensitive data and implement robust information security measures.

• Assessing local data protection requirements and activities.
• Implementing and maintaining the Group‑wide data protection management system in the area of responsibility (if applicable, by means of local implementation guidelines).
• Taking on country‑wide data protection issues/tasks, supported by the responsible Data Privacy Officer.
• Coordinating data privacy projects.
• Acting as interface to the responsible Data Privacy Officer.
• Managing data breach incidents.
• Processing and supporting data protection related inquiries.
• Supporting inspections by relevant authorities when necessary.
• Coordinating the Data Privacy Manager in the region.
• Identifying the need for further contact partners as potential Data Privacy Manager in the region.
• Attending general inquiries from supervisory data protection authorities as first responder; acting as second responder when inquiries come directly to management.
• Serving as primary contact within the legal entity for Rheinmetall’s data privacy organization.
• Acting as the primary data protection counterpart for the management and employees within the legal entity.
• Maintaining regular exchange with the relevant Data Privacy Officer.
• Providing data protection related advice and support to business departments.
• Supporting business departments with the introduction of new or changes to existing processes and/or assets (especially IT solutions).
• Developing and enforcing the organization’s information security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conducting risk assessments to identify and mitigate information security vulnerabilities.
• Overseeing the implementation of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption tools.
• Leading the response to information security incidents, including investigations and post‑incident reviews.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Law, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in data privacy, information security, or a related field.
• In‑depth knowledge of global data protection regulations and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Strong understanding of information security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• High level of integrity and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality.