Enterprise Security Architect – Identity and Access Management (m/f/d)

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany March 20, 2026 Eightfold Ai

The Security Architecture department is part of the Group Chief Information Security Office, which protects DHL Group against cyber-attacks and strengthens the Group’s activities in the field of cybersecurity. It covers the relevant technological aspects and is responsible for the domain-specific development and further enhancement of a Group-wide security architecture, with the goal of ensuring and continuously improving IT security and cyber resilience for DHL Group.

 

Senior Expert (m/f/d) 085‑5 / AT nltd Level 2 (BesGr A 14/A 15)

 

IT Security Senior Specialist (m/f/d)

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Identify external and internal threat scenarios for the Group and develop cross‑functional solutions - including technological measures and strategic roadmaps - to ensure a unified, Group‑wide security architecture

  • Analysis of cybersecurity IAM trends relevant to DHL Group (e.g., regulations, technology developments e.g. AI, Cloud, NHI).
  • Creation of IAM specific risk assessments as part of the technical security architectures design work (cost, benefit, risk reduction, etc.).
  • Evaluation of IAM specific threat scenarios relevant to DHL Group and the development of a IAM security architecture including target state, gap and risk analysis, and roadmaps.
    • Development of high-level IAM security architectures — from requirements gathering to roadmaps.
    • Definition of IAM-related security standards and security baselines.
    • Development of reusable security architecture artefacts (patterns, blueprints).
  • Continuous stakeholder management with business and experts representatives to identify action areas (e.g., EIAM – Cloud, On-Premise, CIAM, etc. ) and develop security solutions.
    • Steer solution design and implementation as a Subject Matter Expert.
    • Exchange, align, and present within Group-wide working groups, business divisions, and IT security forums.
  • Assess and validate the current IT infrastructure security posture vs. industry best practices, guidelines and threats.
    • Provide recommendation to improve security and reduce risks.
    • Propose improvements based on best practices (e.g., based on ISO or NIST).
 

Professional Requirements

  • Completed university degree, preferably in Computer Science or comparable qualification.
  • Many years of relevant professional experience in the Identity and Access management domain, preferably proven experience delivering IAM architecture in large organizations.
  • Excellent knowledge and experience in security architecture roles – developing technology-specific and enterprise-level security architecture (target state, roadmaps).  
  • Experience in the architecture and design of IAM solutions with deep technical and preferably with the following technologies (or similar technologies)
    • Cloud and On-premises IAM solutions such as Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, AppProxy, Active directory, Google Cloud Identity, Ping Identity, Okta.
    • PAM solutions such as Cyber Ark / BeyondTrust
    • IGA solutions such as SailPoint / Oracle OIG
    • Identity Federation, SSO and MFA, passwordless (FIDO2)
    • AuthZ and AuthN technologies and protocols (SAML, OAuth2,  OIDC, Kerberos)
    • Zero Trust Architecture (NIST 800-207 or similar)
  • Deep understanding of attackers’ mindset and offensive security, preferably offensive security training (OSCP+/ CEH or similar)
  • Very good English language skills, German language skills is an advantage
 

Personal Requirements

  • Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong team orientation and excellent relationship-building skills.
  • High degree of adaptability to different working styles and cultures.
  • Integrity and loyalty.
 

Notes for Applicants:

  • Please apply with your complete documents (resume, cover letter, and certificates) online via the application link in the job posting. 
  • Contact persons: Christian Klenner, Telefon +49 (0) 228 18951938
 
  • We welcome applications from all individuals – regardless of age, gender, origin, religion, or physical characteristics. 
  • Severely disabled individuals and those with equal status will be given preference when qualifications are equal.
 
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