Professor (W2) for Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) | Professur (W2) für Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

Job Summary

This is a pivotal academic position as a Professor specializing in Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) within the Faculty of Business at Ansbach University of Applied Sciences, starting October 1, 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and applied research focused on organizational information security, covering areas like auditing, risk and compliance management, data protection measures, and business continuity. Day-to-day tasks include developing and leading a specialization in GRC, teaching courses at Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels in both German and English, and actively securing third-party funding for research and transfer activities. Key requirements include a relevant scientific university degree (e.g., Computer Science or Business Informatics), significant professional experience in senior information security roles (such as CISO or Lead Auditor), and proven ability to teach practical, cutting-edge topics in a digital format. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity education and research in an innovative and supportive academic environment.