Job
- Level
- Junior
- Job Field
- IT, Security
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Contract Type
- Temporary employment
- Location
- Essen
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
Job Summary
In this role, you will support the improvement and implementation of security governance processes, coordinate internal security assessments, and contribute to the creation of documentation and security reports.
Job Technologies
Your role in the team
- As part of the IT / Cyber Security team, you will support the improvement and operationalization of security governance processes for IT applications and platform services.
- In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in application security governance, compliance monitoring, risk management, security documentation, vulnerability coordination and security reporting within a professional and international environment.
- You will support the team in improving transparency, documentation quality and operational security processes across IT applications and services.
- As a Working Student, you will support IT Security Governance and Application Security activities in day-to-day operations.
- Support the coordination, documentation, and follow-up of internal security assessments for IT applications and platform services.
- Assist in tracking security measures, open findings, remediation actions, evidence requests, and compliance status.
- Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of security documentation, process descriptions, checklists, and guidance materials.
- Support security reporting and KPI tracking, including application security status, remediation progress and operational security visibility.
- Assist vulnerability and risk management activities by helping structure findings, ownership, due dates and mitigation actions.
- Support preparation activities for internal audits, compliance reviews and regulatory-related security topics.
- Collaborate with product teams, platform teams, and internal security stakeholders while gaining practical experience in cybersecurity governance, application security, risk management, and compliance processes.
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Our expectations of you
Education
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business Informatics, Information Management, Business Administration with an IT focus, or a comparable field of study.
Qualifications
- Strong interest in cybersecurity governance, application security, risk management, compliance, and IT security processes.
- Basic understanding of information security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001) is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure and communicate complex topics clearly.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks reliably, and proactively follow up on open topics.
- Strong documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
- Interest in vulnerability management, security monitoring, or cloud/platform security is a plus.
- Good written and spoken English skills; German and additional languages are a plus.
- Availability for at least six months, with a preference for a longer-term commitment.
Experience
- Experience with tools such as Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, ServiceNow, or reporting tools is a plus.
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What we offer
- We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well-being and the balance between work and life.
- Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration.
- Opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in real-world projects.
- Access to fitness centres or membership discounts to keep you active and energised.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support.
- Employer-subsidised canteen with fresh, high-quality meals.
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Benefits
Work-Life-Integration
- 🏠Home Office
- 🅿️Employee Parking Space
- 🚌Excellent Traffic Connections
- ⏰Flexible Working Hours
- 🍼Day Care for Kids
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This is your employer
RWE AG
RWE AG is an essential part of the European energy system, ensuring security of supply for Europe. With its three operating segments - lignite & nuclear power, European electricity generation from gas, coal, hydropower and biomass, and energy trading - it is one of the leading European energy companies.
Description
- Company Size
- 250+ Employees
- Company Type
- Established Company
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Industry
- Power Sector, Economy
Working Student IT Security Governance & Application Security
- Location
- Essen
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Diversity
- Open for all genders
