Working Student OT Security Governance d/f/m - #2637393

Working Student OT Security Governance d/f/m

• Location(s):
Essen, NW, DE, 45141

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia GmbH
To start as soon as possible, part time, fixed term

Functional area: IT / Digital

Become a working student – As part of the OT Security team, work with security governance manager/specialist and security architecture/analyst in the design, implementation and improvement of a global Operational Technology (OT) Information Security Management System (ISMS). In this context you will support our Information Security team in the Governance area of our ISMS.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in information security management with a focus on OT Security, compliance monitoring, and process improvement within a professional environment.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in information security management with a focus on OT Security, compliance monitoring, and process improvement within a professional environment.

About the role

• As a Working Student you will support the OT Security Governance team in day-to-day operations


• You will assist with improving, documenting and performing processes, e.g. Risk Management, Cybersecurity Awareness and Training, Incident Management, Supplier Security Management


• You will ssupport risk assessments, internal audits and compliance checks related to information security governance.


• You will help monitor and track security metrics, KPIs, and action plans.


• You will gain experience in the area of information security/OT Security from a governance but also technical perspective


• You will gain insight into an international renewable energy company and how a team facilitates the global structure as a central unit


• You will get to work in a team of experts as well as interaction with some of the business departments of renewables business in different countries, e.g. UK, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Spain

Job requirements and experience

• Currently enrolled in a degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Engineering, computer science/business informatics or a comparable qualification.


• Good understanding of governance standards (e.g., ISO27001)


• Ability to work with complex topics and affinity for abstract thinking


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of tools like Confluence, Jira, or SharePoint is a bonus.


• You work independently on certain tasks


• Good knowledge of spoken and written English, additional languages are a plus


• At least 6 months of part-time availability

Your Benefits

We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well-being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration


• Opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in real-world projects


• Access to fitness centres or membership discounts to keep you active and energised


• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support
Employer-subsidised canteen with fresh, high-quality meals

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 92800 , application period: 30/06/2026

Any questions? Contact HR: Ebru Merdivan, [email protected]


We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.


We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters


RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We currently operate onshore wind farms, solar plants and battery storage systems with around 5 gigawatts of installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia.


Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, we continue to expand our renewable generation capacity in a value-accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate our projects. With a strong project pipeline, we are working with communities to create a long-term value for everyone, today and for the future.

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