IT Specialist - Master of Science in Cyber Security Qualification Program | AWV-2026-009 Informatiker/-innen (m/w/d) Weiterqualifizierung Master of Science „Cyber-Sicherheit“

Bundesverwaltungsamt

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
Published Mar 4, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This unique role at the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) offers a fully funded career path into high-level national security. The position begins with a six-month induction period in Cologne or Berlin, followed by a 21-month Master of Science program in Cyber Security at the University of the Bundeswehr in Munich. Day-to-day, you will be trained to detect, analyze, and defend against cyberattacks from foreign intelligence services. After graduation, you will return to a permanent role in technical departments, with the potential to take on leadership responsibilities. Key requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a computer science or engineering field and German citizenship. This position is highly attractive for those seeking a secure public service career (Beamtentum) combined with advanced academic specialization and a mission-driven focus on protecting democracy.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma (FH) in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, Technical Computer Science, Engineering Informatics, Business Informatics, or Electrical/Communications Engineering with a grade of 3.0 or better.

Experience

  • Professional experience in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
  • For existing civil servants: minimum 3 years of proven performance after the probationary period
  • Experience in information technology focus areas during undergraduate studies
  • Potential for leadership experience in post-graduate assignments

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Must possess German citizenship. Requires passing written and oral aptitude tests. Location involves Munich for studies and Cologne or Berlin for work. Security clearance requirements apply for intelligence service roles.