IT Specialist in Sovereign Biometrics | Wirtschaftsinformatiker (m/w/d)

Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 12, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As an IT Specialist at the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI), you will play a critical role in shaping the future of biometric systems for German sovereign applications, such as passport issuance and border control. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve evaluating the security and performance of biometric systems, coordinating development and pilot projects with national security agencies and industry partners, and specifying technical guidelines using BPMN, XML, and JSON. You will act as a key liaison for requirement management, ensuring that technical standards are harmonized across national and international contexts. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking a role with high societal impact, offering the chance to work at the forefront of cybersecurity and digitalization within a stable public service environment in Bonn. The role combines technical specification, project coordination, and international standardization efforts, making it ideal for proactive professionals interested in the intersection of technology and government policy.

Required Skills

Education

Completed or nearly completed University of Applied Sciences degree (FH-Diplom/Bachelor) in Computer Science, Technical Computer Science, IT Security, Physics, Mathematics, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT Management, or Business Informatics.

Experience

  • Professional experience in biometrics or the evaluation of biometric systems
  • Experience in requirement specification for technical systems and processes
  • Experience in project coordination and management of pilot projects
  • Experience working with national or international security authorities and industry partners

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be willing to undergo regular business travel (approximately 15-20 days per year). Location is based in Bonn, Germany. Position is permanent and full-time.