Cybersecurity Administrator

Headquartered in Germany, Rittal has built a strong tradition of innovation and prides itself on a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories—along with high-efficiency, high-density power management and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.

As a Cybersecurity Administrator, you will play a crucial role in protecting the organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. Your responsibilities will include incident response, managing security tools, monitoring for suspicious activity, and implementing security controls. Acting as a vital link between the IT departments in the US and Germany, you will address all digital security needs to ensure the safety of the organization's data. This will involve managing the security of the organization’s systems, networks, applications, devices, hardware, and software. In this dynamic position, you will serve as the backbone of cybersecurity for the US and the Americas region within a fast-paced, global organization, collaborating with a global team and implementing global strategies.

You will contribute by:

• Responding to security incidents as a vital member of the Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT), involving a range of issues, including but not limited to: malware infections, ransomware attacks, phishing and social engineering, business email compromise (BEC), data breaches and leaks, distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, website and application attacks, and internal hacking or policy violations.

• Defending systems against unauthorized access, modification, and destruction.

• Scanning and assessing the network for vulnerabilities.

• Monitoring network traffic for unusual activity.

• Ensuring proper logging and monitoring tools are implemented and configured to detect and alert security events.

• Configuring and supporting security tools such as patch management systems and endpoint protection.

• Implementing network security policies, application security measures, access controls, and data safeguards for the organization.

• Supporting user access controls and identity governance processes across systems (Identity and Access Management).

• Training fellow employees on security awareness and procedures.

• Supporting end-user awareness initiatives and promoting cybersecurity best practices throughout the region.

• Collaborating with global teams, including the Information Security Office in Germany, to maintain alignment with corporate security standards.

• Participating in the review and coordination of vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts.

• Committing to staying current on emerging threats and evolving security technologies.

• Enforcing information security policies in collaboration with global and regional teams.

• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for is:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in cybersecurity, or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent work experience in IT with a cybersecurity focus.

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and information security governance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).

• Experience communicating cybersecurity best practices to non-technical and technical stakeholders.

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP environments and supporting IT infrastructure.

• A strong understanding of firewall technologies

• Experience working with Palo Alto Firewalls and routing policies is preferred

• Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel) and basic scripting or automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is a strong plus.

• Knowledge of common protocols such as SSL, DNS, SMTP, and IPSec

• Packet shaper, load balancer, and proxy server knowledge

• Intermediate to expert intrusion detection system/intrusion prevention system knowledge

• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, including protocols, operating systems, and networks

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Virtual Servers.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are highly valued.

Physical Requirements:

Requires long durations in both an office setting at a computer and occasional work in manufacturing or warehouse environments. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently throughout the work shift. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at waist level.

Mental Requirements:

Must work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving security threats and business needs. Strong attention to detail, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Must communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of staff and external partners. Ability to translate technical security concepts into business-friendly language. Self-starter with a proactive approach to continuous improvement, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Safety Requirements:

Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required, including safety-toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, and hearing protection.

Direction & Decision Making:

Complete directives given either verbally or in writing, and support sound, security-focused decision-making processes across teams.

Relationships:

Direct Contacts: Head of IT (US), Head of TB Security Operations (Germany), Head of IT TB Firewall Operations (Germany), IT/MIS colleagues, User Community, and the Information Security Office in Germany.

Indirect Contacts: Other departments and personnel as needed, including vendors and occasional customer contact.

Work Environment:

Split between office settings and plant floor environments. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, and standard manufacturing conditions.

What we offer:

An opportunity to be a part of a team that increases the optimization and efficiency of our Global Company. We aim to create a safe work environment where our customers can trust us to deliver quality products. We enjoy all the benefits of an international company quickly growing in the US.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.