IT Security Awareness and Communication Specialist | Awareness & Communication Specialist in IT-Sicherheit (w/m/d) - Universitätsrechenzentrum (HIS-IT...

Technische Universität Ilmenau Land Thüringen

Ilmenau, Thüringen, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Nov 19, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves establishing and managing central IT security awareness structures for Thuringian universities, focusing on the Central Office for Information Security and IT Security (ZIS). The specialist will be responsible for building a structured, reusable pool of awareness materials tailored to different target groups across all institutions. Key activities include planning, executing, and evaluating simulated phishing campaigns to measurably improve security awareness levels, and establishing a common knowledge baseline in information security for all university staff. A strong background in information technology, particularly system integration or proven experience in information security, is required. The ideal candidate will excel at preparing visually and textually accessible materials, communicating service-orientedly, and possessing foundational knowledge of IT security topics. This is an excellent opportunity to drive security culture within a large academic network.

Required Skills

Education

Completed 3-year vocational training (e.g., IT Specialist for System Integration) or equivalent qualification with proven knowledge in Information Security.

Experience

  • 3 years of vocational training as an IT Specialist for System Integration or equivalent training
  • Proven knowledge and experience in the field of Information Security
  • Initial experience in independent preparation of awareness messages in simple language (desirable)
  • Initial project management experience (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is temporary (fixed-term contract) according to § 14 Abs. 2 TzBfG. Applicants must not have had previous employment with the Free State of Thuringia.