IT Specialist in Sovereign Biometrics | BSI-2026-022 - IT-Spezialist (w/m/d) im Bereich „Hoheitliche Biometrie“

Bundesverwaltungsamt

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

Job Summary

This role at the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) focuses on the secure and efficient implementation of biometric systems within sovereign contexts, such as passports, ID cards, and border control. As an IT Specialist, you will evaluate the performance and security of biometric systems, coordinate development and pilot projects with national security agencies and industry partners, and specify technical guidelines. A key part of the role involves harmonizing requirements at national and international levels, utilizing formats like XML and JSON and modeling processes via BPMN. This position is ideal for professionals who want to contribute directly to Germany's cyber security and the digitalization of state processes. It offers a permanent contract in Bonn with a collaborative environment, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work at the forefront of biometric technology standards within a prestigious federal authority.

Required Skills

Education

Completed or near-completed University degree (Bachelor/FH-Diploma) in Computer Science, Technical Computer Science, IT Security, Physics, Mathematics, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT Management, or Business Informatics.

Experience

  • Professional experience in biometrics and/or technical requirement specification for IT systems
  • Experience in project coordination and management of development or pilot projects
  • Experience working with national or international security authorities and stakeholders
  • Experience in the specification and development of technical guidelines and data exchange formats

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must undergo and pass an extended security clearance according to § 9 SÜG. Requires willingness for regular business travel (approx. 15-20 days per year). Location: Bonn, Germany. Foreign degrees must have a statement of comparability from the ZAB.