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Werkstudent CarIT Security – Cyber Security Pentesting (m/w/d/x)
Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation
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Source date: 11/5/2026
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Apply now! We are Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation - but we don't build cars: We define the future with technology. As the largest tech company of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, around 2,500 employees in Ulm, the Stuttgart area, Berlin and Karlsruhe as well as in international tech hubs work on the technology trends of tomorrow's mobility. We are united by our enthusiasm for innovation and the latest technologies - combined with the conviction that individual freedom and personal responsibility are crucial for real progress. We are #techinnovators. Learn more about us [Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation GmbH](http://www.mercedes-benz-techinnovation.com/de/uber-uns) Welche Aufgaben erwarten dich? * Du unterstützt bei der Vorbereitung, Durchführung und Auswertung fahrzeugnaher Penetration Tests auf ECU- und Fahrzeugebene. * Du führst Security Tests an Automotive ECUs und Fahrzeugnetzwerken wie CAN, LIN und Automotive Ethernet durch. * Du wirkst bei der Entwicklung und Weiterentwicklung AI-basierter Penetration-Testing-Tools und automatisierter Security Tests mit. * Du unterstützt bei der automatisierten Schwachstellenanalyse und beim AI-gestützten Penetration Testing. * Du baust Security-Testumgebungen auf und entwickelst bestehende Setups kontinuierlich weiter. Kleiner Tipp: Bei der Flut an Top-Bewerbungen, die wir bekommen, ist eine lückenlose Bewerbung dein einziges Ticket ins Spiel. Ohne das komplette Paket geht's für dich leider nicht weiter – no exceptions! Das bedeutet auch uns deine vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen zukommen zu lassen (CV, Immatrikulationsbescheid, etc.) Wie passt du in unser Team? * Du studierst Informatik, Cyber Security, Elektrotechnik oder einen vergleichbaren technischen Studiengang. * Du bringst Grundkenntnisse in IT- und Cyber Security oder Embedded Systems mit. * Du verfügst über Programmierkenntnisse, idealerweise in Python, und hast erste Erfahrung mit Linux und Git. * Du interessierst dich für Automotive Security und Embedded Systems, insbesondere für ECUs sowie Kommunikationsprotokolle und Netzwerke wie CAN, LIN und Automotive Ethernet. * Idealerweise hast du Lust, dich tiefer mit Penetration Testing, Security Automation und AI-basierten Security-Ansätzen auseinanderzusetzen. * Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse runden dein Profil ab. Benefits Mobile Work In our work and leadership culture, "how" and "we" are more important to us than "where". Freedom and personal responsibility are, therefore, very important to us! Would you rather work remotely than in the office? Here, we are flexible and will find the optimal solution for you and your team after consultation! Flexible working hours We offer you flexible options for organizing your working hours: In addition to 30 vacation days and working hours which can be planned independently, you can also convert plus hours into free time and receive them permanently with a working time depot. In this way, we create harmonious spaces for the compatibility of private and professional life. In addition, almost all of our positions are suitable for part-time work. Personal development opportunities Through extensive internal and external training offers, conferences and online trainings, you can deepen your expertise and further advance yourself and your team. With Udemy Business, we also give you unlimited access to more than 6,000 online courses – learn whenever and wherever you want. Our culture At Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation, we are a team! Our cooperation is based on mutual trust and respect. Flat hierarchies, an appreciative atmosphere, openness and open-mindedness are part of our daily work. Leadership Career We promote talent! With innovative processes and a wide range of possibilities, we unfold your potential holistically: After your leadership potential has been confirmed, we accompany and support you intensively on your way to becoming a leader. In addition to the possibilities of classic personnel management, you can also take on professional responsibility as a "Lead Expert". Health & Fitness Your health is important to us! In addition to discounted sports offers for your physical fitness in selected fitness studios in the region, we also offer you psychological counseling options around the clock with Instahelp. Corporate Benefits The security of a corporation and the flexibility of an independent company applies not only to your workplace, but also to your finances: You can benefit from a company pension plan or discover many great offers in the world of corporate benefits. Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation We develop IT solutions for the mobility of tomorrow Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. As an IT partner on an equal footing, we are working with the Group to shape the digital path to the future of mobility.