Cybersecurity Technical Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026.
Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?
At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you.
We are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Technical Manager to lead our technical team and support the growth of cybersecurity services in Japan.
This is a technical leadership role that connects clients, sales, and engineering. You will translate complex cybersecurity and compliance requirements into practical solutions, lead project delivery, and represent DEKRA in customer and industry-facing discussions.
What we're looking for
- 5+ years of experience in TIC, compliance services, or a related technical field
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity and product-security regulations/standards such as CRA, RED-DA, IEC 62443, ISO/SAE 21434, EN 303 645, or EN 18031
- Strong ability to translate client requirements into clear technical solutions, project scopes, and proposals
- Confident external communication skills - able to engage customers, senior stakeholders, seminars, and industry organizations
- Japanese at native/near-native level (JLPT N1) and English at TOEIC 860+ or equivalent
Preferred
- Possession of project management or cybersecurity certifications (e.g., OSCP, CISSP, or CEH) is a distinct advantage.
- Experience in developing technical proposals, cost estimation, and managing project profitability (P&L awareness).
Location: Yokohama, Japan
Management Duty：3-4 direct reports
If you enjoy leading technical teams, communicating across technical and business audiences, and helping clients navigate evolving cybersecurity requirements, we'd be glad to hear from you.
At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.