Working Student (m/f/d) - IT Security Operations

Hybrid | Part time | Student (not yet graduated)

Stronger Grids. Secure Future.

Trench Group is a global technology leader for high-voltage grid components and systems, present in nearly every power transmission grid worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, with more than 100 years of engineering expertise, Trench Group designs and manufactures high-voltage components that address the core challenges of modern power infrastructure – connecting grids, measuring their performance and ensuring reliability. As electricity demand rises and power grids transform worldwide, Trench Group is a key enabler of the infrastructure the world needs. The company operates 11 factories across 8 countries on 4 continents and employs more than 3,000 people – with plans to grow to 4,000 by 2030.

Your Mission

As our new Working Student in IT Security Operations, you’ll join our Information & Cyber Security team, which protects Trench Group against real-world threats. Your mission: help keep our people, devices and systems running securely, whether that’s supporting colleagues with security tools, triaging a suspicious email or turning raw data into a clear report. Your Tasks:

• Endpoint & Microsoft 365 Support: Supporting device onboarding, access requests and day-to-day administration tasks
• Security Tool User Support: Helping colleagues with issues around DLP and email-security add-ins, MFA and authenticator apps, and device compliance
• Asset & Inventory Management: Keeping device, software and tool inventories accurate and up to date
• Security Operations Support: Triaging user-reported phishing and suspicious emails, and handling alerts under the guidance of the team
• Security Tooling: Helping operate and fine-tune DLP policies, email security, and antivirus configurations
• Reporting & KPIs: Preparing security reports and dashboards, e.g. vulnerability status, policy compliance and awareness campaign results
• Documentation: Maintaining runbooks and process descriptions
• Security Awareness: Supporting phishing simulations, training content and internal security communications
• Vulnerability Management: Coordinating remediation with IT and site teams, and tracking findings to closure
• Automation: Contributing scripts (PowerShell, KQL, Python) that reduce manual work

Requirements:

• Education: Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Information Security, Business Informatics or a related degree programme, with at least 12 months of student status remaining
• Experience: Initial practical experience in IT and security operations support, helpdesk or system administration
• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of Windows, MS Azure cloud and Microsoft 365 and networking fundamentals
• Working Style: Structured, independent and reliable, with a high degree of discretion in handling confidential information
• Language Skills: Fluent English; German is an advantage
• Security Interest (preferred): Interest in cyber security, e.g. coursework, CTFs, certifications or personal projects
• AI Experience (preferred): Hands-on experience using AI tools or building AI-assisted workflows, e.g. LLMs, prompt engineering or automation agents

We offer:

• Growth with Purpose: Join a globally growing energy company with a vision and a bright future in the energy transition
• Strong Teams, Big Energy: Work in highly professional, international teams defined by respect, appreciation, and a shared drive to shape the future of energy
• Fair Rewards: Competitive pay, monthly vouchers for shopping, well‑being, or personal development, plus subsidized lunch and membership in a corporate benefits program Personal & Professional Development: Learn and grow in an international environment with hands‑on experience and continuous development opportunities
• Modern Working Environment: A modern way of working, 30 days’ vacation, and a tariff agreement combined with contemporary offices, height‑adjustable desks, free fruit & coffee, and regular team events

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