Research Assistant IT Security - Multi-Factor Authentication Project (24131) - #873024

At the Center for Information and Media Processing (ZIM)

is available at the earliest possible date, limited until 31.12.2027 (in accordance with

• 14 para. 1 TzBfG),
  
  

a position as

Research Assistant IT Security - Multi-Factor Authentication Project

with 100% of the collectively agreed working hours (part-time is possible, please indicate in your application whether you would also or only be interested in part-time employment)

to be filled.

Position: E 13 TV-L

Professional And Personal Recruitment Requirements

• Completed scientific university degree (Master's or comparable), ideally in computer science, IT security, physics, mathematics, communications engineering, administrative or business informatics, a comparable, relevant subject area with a technical focus or equivalent knowledge
• Experience in project management
• Sound knowledge and practical experience in the field of security mechanisms at network, operating system and application level according to the state of the art, in particular procedures for multifactor authentication
• Knowledge of process-oriented project management, IT service and IT security management frameworks according to the state of the art
• Knowledge of the relevant standards of the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI), in particular the IT baseline protection compendium, as well as the willingness to deepen this knowledge on an ongoing basis
• Experience in the field of IT security, ideally in a scientific environment
• High level of commitment, organizational and negotiation skills as well as a strong ability to work in a team and empathy
• Communication and assertiveness skills
• Ability to work independently and autonomously
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills
  
  

Tasks And Requirements

• Management, planning and implementation of the project for the university-wide introduction of multi-factor authentication
• Support in the implementation of preventive IT security measures, e.g. vulnerability analysis, log data analysis
• Support in processing security incidents and coordinating the necessary IT measures
  
  

We offer flexible working hours with the option of working from home on a pro rata basis, a pleasant and collegial working atmosphere and other benefits such as the additional public service pension scheme (VBL), participation in university sports and varied catering in the campus canteens. We take time for your arrival and induction and support you in your personal and professional development through individual training and further education opportunities. At the University of Wuppertal, we value the individual and cultural differences of our university members and are committed to equality, equal opportunities and the compatibility of family and career.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact the Deputy Head of ZIM, Mr. Robert Schneider ( [email protected] (https://mailto: [email protected] ) ).

Reference number: 24131

Applications (cover letter, CV, proof of successful completion of studies, references, proof of severe disability if applicable) are only possible via the online portal of the University of Wuppertal: https://stellenausschreibungen.uni-wuppertal.de ( https://stellenausschreibungen.uni-wuppertal.de ) .

Incomplete applications cannot be considered!

Contact person for your cover letter is Mr. Robert Schneider.

Applications from people of all genders are welcome. Women will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the NRW State Equal Opportunities Act, unless reasons relating to the person of a competitor outweigh this. The rights of people with a severe disability to be given preferential consideration if equally qualified remain unaffected.

Application deadline: 10.06.2024