As a leading global software product company in Compliance & Automation, IMTF Group develops innovative RegTech solutions focusing on Anti-Money Laundering, Know Your Customer, and Anti-Fraud. Our technology helps financial institutions fight financial crime and meet demanding regulatory requirements. At IMTF, we value innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning. We encourage our teams to explore new technologies, challenge existing approaches, and continuously improve how we develop and deliver secure software. As a Working Student in Cyber Security Engineering, you will join our Research & Development organization and help improve the security tools we develop and use internally. You will work on vulnerability scanners, security automation, and supporting software that helps us identify, assess, and address security risks across our products. This is a hands-on software engineering role where you can apply your academic knowledge to real-world security challenges. Responsibilities • Develop and enhance our internal security tools, including vulnerability scanners and automated security checks • Improve vulnerability detection, analysis, and reporting to deliver accurate and actionable security findings • Help automate security assessments of applications, dependencies, containers, and infrastructure • Contribute to tools and processes for software supply chain security, including SBOM and vulnerability management • Research emerging vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and security technologies and evaluate their relevance to our software • Integrate security tools and automated checks into our development and CI/CD workflows • Collaborate with software engineers to improve the effectiveness and reliability of our security tooling • Explore opportunities to leverage AI and automation to make security analysis more efficient Requirements • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Cyber Security, IT Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field • Basic programming skills, preferably in Python, and an interest in developing real-world software • Foundational understanding of IT security, networking, operating systems, and common software vulnerabilities • Interest in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and DevSecOps practices • Familiarity with Linux, Git, or container technologies is an advantage • Curiosity about security tools, automation, and emerging technologies • Analytical thinking, strong problem-solving skills, and a hands-on approach • Interest in using modern AI-assisted development tools • Ability to work independently while actively collaborating with a development team • Good communication skills in English; German language skills are an advantage Previous professional experience in Cyber Security is not required. We value curiosity, practical problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. Benefits • Make the World Safer: Help us strengthen the security of software used to combat financial crime • Be Part of an Established RegTech: Gain practical experience at an international Swiss software company • Hands-on Engineering: Work on real security software and contribute improvements that make a measurable difference • Ownership and Development: Take responsibility for your work, learn from experienced engineers, and develop your technical skills • Paid Further Education: Benefit from opportunities to expand your knowledge and professional capabilities • International Exposure: Collaborate with colleagues across different countries and engineering disciplines The anticipated salary for this Working Student - Cyber Engineering position in Germany is EUR 18,000 gross per year, based on a 20-hour working week (50% employment level). At IMTF, we are committed to treating all candidates with respect and equality, regardless of gender, religion, nationality, or any other characteristic. We embrace diversity and inclusion as integral parts of our organizational culture and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow