Senior Specialist Cybersecurity & IT Solutions Delivery – Kia Connect GmbH, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Job Overview

Kia Connect GmbH is recruiting a Senior Specialist for Cybersecurity & IT Solutions Delivery at its Frankfurt am Main site. The role is full-time, advertised at mid level, and open to applicants of all genders.

It is a hybrid of two disciplines. One half is security: protecting Kia Connect’s connected vehicle and data platforms, running risk assessments and vulnerability management, and operating incident response. The other is delivery: coordinating IT projects, managing vendors and keeping initiatives on schedule and to standard.

Automotive cybersecurity regulation sits at the centre of the work, with UN R155, ISO/SAE 21434 and ISO 27001 named explicitly. EUJOBHUB summarises the vacancy; Kia Connect manages applications.

About the Role

Kia Connect, founded in 2019 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Kia Europe, runs the group’s connected car services in Europe. Securing those services means securing backend systems, APIs, networks and applications, not just endpoint devices.

The employer describes the role as blending technical and administrative security duties with project coordination — providing security guidance across the whole lifecycle of IT projects so risks surface early, and working across engineering, IT operations and data and analytics teams on secure design.

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a cybersecurity strategy for connected vehicle and data systems, aligned with UN R155, ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 27001 and internal policy.
• Run risk assessments, security audits and vulnerability management across systems, APIs, networks and applications.
• Develop and operate an incident response plan, monitoring, analysing and mitigating threats as they occur.
• Manage and support IT projects such as API integrations, system upgrades and application rollouts, coordinating tasks, stakeholders and timelines.
• Work with external vendors and internal support teams so IT and security solutions are delivered securely and reliably.
• Give security guidance throughout the IT project lifecycle so risks are identified and handled early.
• Collaborate with engineering, IT operations and data and analytics teams on secure design and implementation.
• Track emerging threats, technologies and best practice, and drive improvement in both security and delivery processes.
• Promote a security-first culture and build awareness and accountability across teams.

Candidate Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems or a related subject.

Professional Experience

• Three to five years in cybersecurity, combined with exposure to IT project management or solution delivery.
• Familiarity with backend systems and APIs, and the ability to coordinate with technical teams.
• Experience managing or working alongside external vendors on IT or security projects.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of UN R155, ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 27001 or equivalent standards.
• Strong understanding of IT systems, applications and network security.
• Experience with project management approaches — Agile, Waterfall or hybrid.

Language Skills

• Excellent spoken and written English, which the employer names as the working language.

Other Qualifications

• Strong stakeholder management, organisational and vendor coordination skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability balancing technical depth with delivery focus.
• Clear communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Salary

Not publicly specified by the employer.

International Candidates

Candidates should independently verify work authorization, visa, and relocation requirements with the employer.

How to Apply

Applications go through Kia Connect’s online recruitment portal, which also offers a LinkedIn route. The form asks about notice period, salary expectations and relevant years of experience. Original listing: Senior Specialist – Cybersecurity & IT Solutions Delivery, Kia Connect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which security standards are involved?

UN R155, ISO/SAE 21434 and ISO 27001, or equivalents, are named in the listing.

Is this purely a security role?

No. It combines cybersecurity work with IT project coordination, vendor management and solution delivery.

How much experience is needed?

Three to five years in cybersecurity, with exposure to IT project management or solution delivery.

Is German required?

The listing names English as the working language and asks for excellent verbal and written English. It does not state a German requirement.

What is being secured?

Kia Connect’s connected vehicle and data platforms, including backend systems, APIs, networks and applications.

Is a salary published?

No. The employer does not state a salary for this role.

EUJOBHUB Disclaimer

EUJOBHUB is an independent jobs website. We are not a recruitment agency and we are not affiliated with, nor do we represent, Kia Connect GmbH or Kia Europe GmbH. This article is an original editorial summary of a vacancy published by Kia Connect on its own careers portal. Applications, selection and candidate communication are handled solely by the employer, who may amend or withdraw the listing at any time. Please confirm details on the official posting before applying.