IT Security Technology & Compliance Expert (m­/­f­/­d)

IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as, Reporting to the Global IT Security Manager in Advantest Japan headquarters, this position will be working on various aspects of information technology security across all Advantest Group companies., Threat Detection & Risk Management

• Monitor, analyze, and assess emerging cyber threats, with a particular focus on AI-enabled attacks and cloud-based risk scenarios.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and define appropriate mitigation and remediation measures in alignment with corporate risk management practices.
• Support preventive security controls, including threat intelligence, security monitoring, and AI-based anomaly detection capabilities.

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Support daily security alert monitoring activities, assess risks, and coordinate remediation actions with end users and IT teams.
• Support security incident response activities within the EU, including coordination with internal IT teams, legal functions, and external forensics partners when required.
• Contribute to effective incident management, escalation, and communication processes, working closely with SOC and CSIRT functions.

Governance, Compliance & Resilience

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of IT security and IT risk management practices, with particular consideration for regulatory frameworks (e.g. NIS2, CRA, ISO 27001).
• Assist with coordination of penetration testing activities and follow-up actions.
• Support IT security requirements related to Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and operational resilience.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with global IT security teams, business units, and external partners to ensure consistent security standards and pragmatic implementation.
• Communicate security risks, incidents, and mitigation strategies clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

This role requires an individual with a technical as well as security compliance (NIS2, CRA, SEMI 187/188) background, with the ability to work across the Global IT organization and the divisions to align IT security priorities and controls with key business objectives., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.

• Minimum 5-8 years of professional IT experience, including at least 3 years in information security or security management roles.
• Solid experience with SIEM systems, threat intelligence platforms, and modern security tooling.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, security monitoring, and threat detection methodologies.
• Practical familiarity with relevant security and compliance frameworks such as NIS2, ISO 27001, SEMI 187/188 and CRA. ]
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in international, matrix-organized environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including interaction with senior leadership and external partners.
• Awareness of current and emerging AI-driven threat landscapes and their regulatory implications.

Development Fitness Security

Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence

Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)

Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions

Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days

Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations