Your mission

As Senior IT Infrastructure Security Engineer (m/f/d) at Kipu Quantum, you’ll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our IT infrastructure. In this dynamic position, you’ll collaborate closely with IT and development teams to design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge security solutions that keep our systems robust, reliable, and fully aligned with industry standards. As a leader in this space, you’ll spearhead critical security initiatives, driving impactful projects that ensure our infrastructure remains a step ahead of emerging threats. As Senior IT-Infrastructure Security Engineer (m/f/d) at Kipu Quantum your responsibilities essentially consist of:

• Design and implement robust security measures for networks, systems, and cloud infrastructure
• Monitor and address security incidents, ensuring thorough investigations and effective remediation
• Conduct advanced vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure application and service deployments
• Stay informed on emerging security trends, threats, and technologies, applying best practices
• Provide training and guidance on security protocols to team members
• Lead security audits and ensure compliance with relevant standards

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, cyber security, IT security or a related field resp. comparable qualifications
• Sound experience as specialist in IT security and network administration or a related field, ideally in a start-up environment
• Extensive knowledge of network and system security principles
• Proven experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM
• Strong familiarity with cloud security; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) would be highly desirable
• Experience in leading security projects and initiatives
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills combined with strong communication and leadership abilities 
• True startup mindset; hands-on, driven, resilient. As we are a young venture, we all must wear different hats and contribute to different aspects of the business
• Excellent command of English is necessary, and German is a plus

Why us?

• The chance to join one of the hottest start-ups in Quantum Computing and shape the future of technology – your input will make a strong impact
• We care: You can expect a very international, open, transparent and caring company culture 
• Targeted promotion of your skills and abilities with room for individual development in our team
• Flexible working hours with the option for a high degree of mobile work
• A modern coworking workspace in the heart of Karlsruhe or Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg), Germany
• Various benefits such as team events, contribution to public transport, workation options, …