Trainee Corporate Functions - Awareness, Skills & Communication (m/f/x)

Deutsche Post; Bonn; On-site; EUR 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Appealing salary package

Individual career development

Training and support

Network

Job summary

DHL Group is offering a 18-month Trainee program in Bonn starting April 1, 2027, aimed at developing awareness, skills and communication across cybersecurity. You will work in the Group CISO organization to empower colleagues with knowledge and practical tools, building capabilities and coordinating training across multiple domains.

The program includes an induction week and three development phases around logistics and global exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor graduation before April 1, 2027 in Computer Science, Natural Science, Engineering, or Cyber Security.
• Up to 3 years of professional experience in cyber security / information security / data protection.
• Fluent English and German; strong communication skills in both languages.
• Knowledge of cross-divisional Group structure via internships or similar.
• Strong MS Office/O365 skills; knowledge of application security and IT security management.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CISA are welcomed; experience as tester or developer is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shape and strengthen the cybersecurity culture across the Group through awareness initiatives and engagement activities.
• Create and roll out practical, engaging enablement and learning materials for frontline teams.
• Support development of knowledge, skills and competencies across the cybersecurity organization.
• Design and coordinate training programs covering diverse cybersecurity domains.
• Develop clear and engaging security messages for different audiences across the Group.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and support crisis communication when needed.
• Bring ideas to continuously improve awareness and make cybersecurity easier to understand and apply.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent German

MS Office/O365

Application security

IT security management

Penetration testing

Computer forensics

Cyber security certifications (CISSP/C

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/C cyber

Tools

MS Office/O365

Penetration testing tools

IT security management tools

Application security tools

Forensics tools

Job description

OUR GRADUATE PROGRAM GROW OFFERS INTERESTING OPPORTUNITIES IN GERMANY, BONN, FROM APRIL 1st 2027 FOR 18 MONTHS, AIMING TO KEEP YOU ON AFTER PROGRAM COMPLETION FOR

TRAINEE CORPORATE FUNCTIONS INTERNATIONAL IN AWARENESS, SKILLS & COMMUNICATION (M/F/X)

Help shape a stronger cybersecurity culture at DHL Group

Cybersecurity is more important than ever. As our business becomes increasingly digital and connected, protecting our people, data and systems is a shared responsibility across the entire organization.

That’s where you come in.

As part of the Group Cyber Chief Information Security Officer (Group CISO) organization, the Awareness, Skills & Communication team helps make cybersecurity an integral part of everyday life at DHL Group. Our mission is to empower colleagues across the Group with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to make secure decisions and contribute to a strong cybersecurity culture.

We bring cybersecurity to life through engaging training, practical tools, interactive learning experiences, games and targeted communication. We also collaborate closely with internal teams, external partners and other stakeholders to ensure that cybersecurity messages reach the right people in the right way.

But awareness is only part of the story. We also help build and continuously develop the skills and capabilities needed across the cybersecurity organization – preparing our people to tackle today’s challenges and stay ahead of tomorrow’s.

Your role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on how cybersecurity is understood, experienced and practiced across DHL Group.

You will

• Shape and strengthen our cybersecurity culture by developing and implementing Group-wide awareness initiatives, communities and engagement activities.
• Empower our frontline teams by creating and rolling out practical, engaging enablement and learning materials
• Build cybersecurity capabilities by supporting the development of knowledge, skills and competencies across the cybersecurity organization.
• Design and coordinate training programs covering a wide range of cybersecurity domains and helping colleagues grow their expertise.
• Bring cybersecurity to life through communication, developing clear and engaging messages for different audiences across the Group.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent and effective cybersecurity communication.
• Support cybersecurity crisis communication, including collaboration with external stakeholders and media when needed.
• Bring your ideas and creativity to the table, continuously exploring new ways to engage people, strengthen awareness and make cybersecurity easier to understand and apply.

Make an impact beyond technology

Cybersecurity is not just about technology – it’s about people. In this role, you can help create an environment where everyone feels empowered to play their part in keeping DHL Group secure.

You’ll work at the intersection of people, communication, learning and technology, with the opportunity to shape initiatives that reach colleagues across the entire Group and make a tangible difference to our cybersecurity resilience.

Your tasks

• Further development of the Group-wide cybersecurity framework and other policies
• Promoting cybersecurity awareness through communication and training initiatives
• Designing security strategies and roadmaps based on recognized enterprise architecture practices and current technical developments

Your profile

• Minimum Bachelor Graduation before April 1st, 2027, in Computer Science, Natural Science, Engineering, Cyber Security
• First professional experience (up to 3 years) in cyber security/information security/data protection
• Knowledge of the cross-divisional structure of the Group, e.g., through previous internships; practical experience in the cyber security area of another company
• fluent/very good skills in English and German
• very good knowledge of MS Office/O365; knowledge of application security and IT security management
• knowledge in the areas of application security, penetration testing and computer forensics is an advantage
• high level of creativity, strong analytical and conceptual skills, very good communication and presentation skills, strong teamwork skills and good relationship management skills
• recognized cyber security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA etc. are very welcome, as well as practical experience as a pen tester, integration tester, developer etc.

Your benefits

• Appealing salary package: With us you will earn an annual salary of € 57.000 gross – including Christmas and vacation allowance as well as an annual bonus.
• Individual career development: After an induction week, you will dive into the world of logistics in three individual program phases in Germany and around the world.
• Training and support: We support you in your individual career development through integrated training, personal support and regular feedback.
• Network: Build up a valuable network in one of the leading mail and logistics service provider.
• Diverse opportunities: Work on varied and challenging projects that will enhance your professional development.

Your contact

For further questions please contact Steffi Koch, GROW Recruiting, [e-mail].

We are looking forward to your application.

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