Head of Cyber Security (m/w/d) - Berlin oder Hybrid
Our ideal match:
What you will be working on:
Personnel leadership and continuous development of the Cyber Security team (9 employees) to ensure the efficient handling of IT security incidents (Incident response, Forensics, Case management) for our predominantly small and medium-sized customers – in close collaboration with the Head of IRM as the functional lead for incident response and forensics.
Further development of the team and the organization in the context of the European rollout, including the scaling of structures, role models and operational processes.
Strategic design, optimization, and standardization of processes, playbooks and escalation paths, as well as the integration of modern technologies – in cooperation with the CTO.
Expansion and advancement of our consulting-oriented business unit with a focus on Information security.
Responsibility for budget planning as well as resource and capacity management across the entire Cyber Security division.
Ensuring compliance with all data protection and IT security requirements within the Cyber Security department.
Representing the company at events, in the press and in professional forums on relevant Cybersecurity topics.
Desired Experiences & Skills
A completed degree in (Business-)Informatics, IT security, (IT-)Management, Organizational development or a comparable well-founded qualification.
At least 5 years of professional experience in a security-relevant or technically oriented organizational unit in the field of incident response and forensics.
At least 5 years of experience in personnel leadership and employee development – from recruiting and goal setting to career paths and a constructive feedback culture.
Proven experience in building teams, structures and processes, particularly in designing efficient organizational structures and role models.
A solid understanding of business management principles, especially in budget planning as well as resource and capacity management.
The ability to translate strategic topics into clear operational measures – with a strong focus on execution and customer value.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills in German and English; additional foreign languages are an advantage for successfully connecting perspectives from technology, management, partnerships and customer environments.
Reasons to work with us:
A responsible and meaningful role in which you actively shape the further development of our Cyber security organization and play a key part in protecting our customers.
A central position within our incident response team, where you have real impact and contribute every day to guiding companies out of critical security situations.
Extensive creative freedom to develop, optimize and professionalize our processes, tools and methodologies – your expertise truly makes the difference.
Collaboration with experienced and highly motivated colleagues who value mutual exchange, professionalism and a trusting working environment.
A team culture that supports personal development and celebrates shared successes – including regular team events that strengthen cohesion.
Why you will love Perseus...
What you can expect from us:
We foster a culture of listening and value your ideas — we appreciate feedback!
We are agile in the truest sense, holistic and human in the way we approach our work.
We live a culture of independent work, allowing you to focus on improving your skills and delivering meaningful results.
We value solid development work, independent thinking, staying at the forefront of science and technology and challenging the status quo.
We embrace diversity and inclusion, welcoming people with different backgrounds, perspectives, styles and ways of thinking and working.
A learning culture supported by a dedicated training and conference budget, books, online courses, team-wide workshops and cross-departmental knowledge exchanges.
Working with a fantastic team in our centrally located office in the heart of Kreuzberg.
Benefits such as a discounted BVG ticket, a monthly €50 meal allowance, free mental health support and much more.
About us
Perseus Technologies was founded in 2017 in Berlin and has since specialized in helping companies protect themselves against cyber threats. Our mission is to support especially small and medium-sized businesses in identifying, assessing and effectively managing digital risks.
We offer a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that covers both technical and organizational aspects, including:
Risk assessments to evaluate IT and security infrastructure
Online trainings and phishing simulations to educate employees on handling digital threats safely
24/7 cyber emergency support, in case something goes wrong despite all precautions
Many of our solutions are easy to integrate into existing systems and help organizations build a sustainable cybersecurity culture.
A unique aspect of our approach is our close collaboration with the insurance sector: Today, Perseus is included in nearly every second cyber insurance policy on the German market.
We are currently a team of around 30 employees from various national backgrounds — international, committed and united by strong teamwork.
Our name is inspired by Greek mythology: Just as the hero Perseus faced dangerous creatures, we tackle new digital challenges every day — with determination, pragmatism and a strong team by our side.