working student Penetration tester (f/m/div.)

At KEENFINITY, we are a globally leading provider of innovative and professional security and communication solutions. With over 4,200 employees in over 50 countries worldwide, our ambition is clear: we offer more than just technology – we secure, connect, and amplify the moments that matter in life.

Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit.

Job Description

• Assist in Security Assessments: Support in planning, executing, and documenting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments for web, mobile applications, embedded systems, and networks under guidance.
• Secure Code Review Assistance: Contribute to secure code reviews by running automated tools and learning manual review practices.
• Embedded & IoT Security Exposure: Gain hands-on experience with firmware analysis, hardware interface testing, and threat modeling under supervision.
• Reverse Engineering & Binary Analysis: Learn how to use static/dynamic analysis tools and assist in reviewing binaries and firmware for security issues.
• Documentation & Reporting: Draft initial findings, contribute to technical documentation, and help prepare security reports.
• Knowledge Development: Continuously learn penetration testing and secure development methodologies, contributing to the team’s knowledge base.

Qualifications

• Education:  Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.
• Experience and Knowledge: At least 1 years of hands-on penetration testing and security experience gained through internships, student jobs, CTFs, bug bounty programs, labs, or comparable projects.

• Qualifications

  : Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, and initial exposure to frameworks like Metasploit or fuzzing tools. Basic proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) and some secure coding knowledge in languages like Java, C/C++, or JavaScript. Nice to Have: Initial research contributions, CTF wins, security labs, bug bounty submissions, or related security certifications.
• Personality and Working Practice: Analytical, curious, detail-oriented, proactive learner, able to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with the security team.
• Languages:  Fluent in English; German skills are a plus.

Additional Information

Prerequisite for the working student position is enrollment at a university. Please include the following documents with your application: your résumé, your current transcript of records, a current certificate of enrollment, the examination regulations, and, if applicable, a valid work and residence permit.

We offer flexible working models: from various part-time options to mobile working and job sharing. Feel free to contact us.

Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity.

Need further information about the job?

Jerin Shaji  (Functional Department)
+49(89)23120-1360