Managing Consultant, Cyber Security

bits&birds

. Operational leadership of complex cyber security projects, with responsibility for results, budgets, and staffing .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates operational leadership in complex cyber security projects, with a strong focus on client engagement, consultative sales, and team development. Possesses in-depth knowledge of relevant standards and certifications, alongside proven leadership and communication skills.

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Cyber Security Consulting ExperienceProject Management LeadershipISO 27001 KnowledgeCISSP CertificationBusiness-Fluent German

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Hard Skills

Cyber SecurityProject-Based Business ModelsRisk ManagementOpen Source ExpertiseDigital Sovereignty Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipProfessional CommunicationConsultative Sales Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCISAISO Auditor

Industry Keywords

ISO 27001BSI IT-GrundschutzTISAXNIS2DORA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Open Source

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operational leadership of complex cyber security projects, with responsibility for results, budgets, and staffing
Act as Lead Consultant with approximately 50% billability
Advise clients at C-level as a trusted advisor
Expand existing client engagements through consultative sales (“selling through delivery”)
Provide professional and disciplinary leadership for the CyberSec team
Manage staffing and recruiting
Directly develop consultants within the project context
Expand the team’s professional expertise
Further develop new areas of expertise, such as open source, digital sovereignty, and risk management

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–7 years of substantial consulting experience in cyber security and project-based business models
Not solely an in-house or engineering background
Proven experience leading workstreams or entire projects with responsibility for results
In-depth knowledge of ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, TISAX, NIS2, and DORA
Relevant certifications preferred, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO Auditor
Strong leadership and sales skills
Confident, professional communication and the ability to engage as an equal with decision-makers at management and C-level
Strong affinity for software and technology
Business-fluent German
Very good English skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Maximum flexibility through home office, mobile working, and flexible working hours
Direct collaboration with the executive team, flat hierarchies, fast decision-making, and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping the company
Choice of equipment, including smartphone and IT hardware
Flexible and generous travel policy
Continuous professional development
Certification opportunities
Option to assume broader responsibilities within the group following successful performance
Respectful and supportive working environment
Active knowledge sharing and mutual support