IT/OT Security and Operation Manager (m/f/d)

TransnetBW GmbHWendlingen am Neckarstepstonepublished 09/24/2026
Security
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Introduction

As a transmission system operator, we secure the electricity supply for around eleven million people in Baden-Württemberg. We create the infrastructure for the energy transition by maintaining, optimizing, and expanding the extra-high voltage grid according to demand. With our grid, we not only make the state an innovative electricity hub in the heart of Europe but also play a decisive role in shaping the energy system of the future.

The Plant Operation department is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the 380 and 220-kilovolt grid for substations and overhead lines across the region. Furthermore, it carries out quality control for commissioned construction measures in the grid. The goal of Plant Operation is fault-free and accident-free operation with high plant availability. The service area extends across all of Baden-Württemberg or along our HGÜ construction projects (Ultranet, SuedLink etc.).

Tasks

Your field of responsibility includes the operational technical planning of complex IT/OT systems and networks in the HGÜ, E-STATCOM, and Netzbooster plants of our transmission grid

Through your expertise in the field of industrial networks and highly available IT/OT systems, you develop clear operational requirements for the technical structure of these systems and contribute them to ongoing major projects

In close cooperation with suppliers, technical experts, and operations personnel, you develop concepts and standards that make the operation of these plants efficient and safe

In close cooperation with relevant stakeholders, you establish central operational processes of IT/OT service management according to ITIL and are responsible for the implementation and further development of central processes such as Incident Management or Access and Identity Management

In cross-departmental and cross-divisional coordination, you formulate requirements for an ITSM tool and accompany the establishment of integrated IT/OT operations

You promote an overall transparent and risk-based operation of our IT/OT systems in the DC plants, thereby increasing their resilience as part of KRITIS

Profile

You have a completed engineering degree in the field of electrical engineering, information technology, or computer science with a focus on network technology or automation technology

You possess sound specialist knowledge regarding the network technical structure of industrial IT/OT systems and ideally bring in-depth knowledge in the establishment of service management in the IT/OT environment according to industrial frameworks such as ITIL v4

You demonstrate a high willingness to learn and strong motivation for working in a highly complex and dynamic environment

You are characterized by analytical, systematic, and process-oriented thinking, have an independent way of working, and advance topics together as a team

You have good written and spoken English skills and possess a class B driver's license

We offer

Shape the energy future with us – and benefit from an employer that values your performance and puts your quality of life at the center. At TransnetBW, you can expect more than just a job – here you will find an environment that combines security, purpose, and development.

Excerpt from our employer benefits:

Attractive remuneration with collective agreement, 38-hour week, Christmas and holiday bonuses, as well as profit sharing

Flexible working models with mobile working, home office options, fair flexitime accounts, workation, and much more

Health promotion with company medical and psychological services, vaccinations, and preventive examinations

EGYM Wellpass company fitness and company sports groups

Structured onboarding with a personal "Buddy" for a successful start

Diverse training opportunities for individual development

Sustainable mobility offers such as Jobticket, E-Bike leasing, and free parking spaces

Further Information

Interested? Your new professional challenge is only one click away.

The position requires a background check and a security clearance. Should you have any questions in advance, please feel free to contact the designated contact person at TransnetBW.

Do you want to use your energy for a good cause and find answers to one of the greatest challenges of our time? Then we should get to know each other.

We attach great importance to diversity and equal opportunity and welcome applications from all people. We expressly welcome applications from women. Applicants with severe disabilities or persons equivalent to them will also be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Send us your meaningful application including your notice period and your salary expectations via our applicant form.

You can find all employer benefits on our career page.

Your contact TransnetBW GmbH Helena Schmieder Heilbronner Straße 51-55 70191 Stuttgart T: +49 711 21858-3606 bewerbung@transnetbw.de