Working Student IT Security Governance & Application Security d/f/m

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia GmbH
To start as soon as possible, part time, fixed term

As part of the IT / Cyber Security team, you will support theimprovement and operationalization of security governance processes for IT applications andplatform services.
In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in application security governance, compliancemonitoring, risk management, security documentation, vulnerability coordination andsecurity reporting within a professional and international environment.
You will support the team in improving transparency, documentation quality and operationalsecurity processes across IT applications and services.

About the role

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.


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• 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

Job requirements and experience

• 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


• 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


• Experience with tools such as Confluence, Jira, SharePoint, ServiceNow, or reporting tools is a plus


• 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 12 months, with a preference for a longer-term commitment

Your Benefits

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. Our benefits include:

• 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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Any questions? Contact HR: Ebru Merdivan, [email protected]

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We currently operate onshore wind farms, solar plants and battery storage systems with around 5 gigawatts of installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia.

Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, we continue to expand our renewable generation capacity in a value-accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate our projects. With a strong project pipeline, we are working with communities to create a long-term value for everyone, today and for the future.