Intern/Master Thesis Student - System/OS Security

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by a commitment to operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in Telecom and enterprise networks, Devices and Cloud technology and services. Our ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. With 197,000 employees, Huawei is committed to develop the future information society and build a Better Connected World.

Huawei's Heisenberg Research Center in Munich is responsible for advanced technology research, architectural development, design and strategic engineering of our products.

Join us as an

Intern/Master Thesis Student - System/OS Security (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Study and conduct research on cutting-edge security technologies in areas such as access control, operating system security, and system security, including hardware-based security mechanisms for CPUs, GPUs, and specialized accelerators.

• Cooperate with OS experts, renowned professors and talented students, delivering technical reports and Proof of Concepts (PoCs).

• Propose new ideas for real-world system security problems to ensure resistance to attacks and recovery from potential compromise.

• Apply for high-value patents and publish your findings in top security conferences.

Your areas of expertise

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor, Master’s or PhD program in computer science, computer engineering (Computer architecture), cyber security, AI security or related areas.

• Good knowledge on operating systems and experience with Linux, macOS, HarmonyOS, iOS or Android.

• Expertise in computer architecture is beneficial.

• Experience in cyber security is a plus, e.g. system security, OS security, access control, code analysis, cryptography, etc.

• Solid experience in C or C++, Rust is a nice-to-have.

• Fluent in written and spoken English.

• Team-work spirit, the capability to learn quickly and independently as well as a hands-on, can-do attitude.

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.

• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.

• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.

• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.

• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.