Dual Study 2027: Computer Science & Cyber Security

SICK AG; Waldkirch; Remote; USD 17,852 - 21,076; Full time

Job summary

SICK AG offers a 3-year dual study programme in Computer Science – Cyber Security starting 01.09.2027 at Waldkirch, in cooperation with the Mannheim Cooperative State University. You will gain diverse insights across IT, R&D and Cyber Security, and work on software solutions, encryption and security tasks.

The programme emphasizes network security, cryptology and digital forensics, with a security-by-design mindset and practical involvement in complex software systems.

Qualifications

• A-levels or comparable entrance qualification plus delta exam at the DHBW.
• Strong interest in hacking, data protection and IT infrastructure.
• Initial programming experience is an advantage.
• Good command of English; German language skills (C1) required for admission to the dual university.

Responsibilities

• Diverse insights and collaboration across IT, R&D and Cyber Security.
• Analysis, design and implementation of software solutions in cyber security context.
• Work on IT security, app development and encryption tasks.
• Main focus on cyber security with analysis and architecture of networks and infrastructure.
• Exposure to cryptology, social engineering and digital forensics, applying security by design and penetration testing.

Skills

Interest in hacking

Programming experience

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

English proficiency

German proficiency

Education

A-levels / university entrance qualification

Job description

Dual study programme 2027: Computer Science - Cyber Security (B.Sc.)*

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SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick and headquartered in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg, the company is a technology and market leader with 63 subsidiaries and affiliates as well as numerous agencies around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 1.8billion in the 2025 fiscal year.

Job Description Dual study programme 2027: Computer Science - Cyber Security (B.Sc.)*

3-year dual study programme in Computer Science - Cyber Security starting on 01.09.2027 at our Waldkirch location in cooperation with the Mannheim Cooperative State University.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Diverse insights and collaboration in various departments, including Information Technology, Research & Development and Cyber Security
• Field of activity in the analysis, design and implementation of software solutions in the context of cyber security
• Assignments in the areas of IT security, app development and encryption
• Main focus in the area of cyber security with the analysis and architecture of networks and network infrastructure
• Activities include insights into cryptology, social engineering and digital forensics, applying security by design, working on the development of complex software systems and carrying out penetration tests

WHAT YOU NEED:

• A-levels, specialised university entrance qualification, university of applied sciences entrance qualification (plus passed delta exam at the DHBW) or comparable training
• Strong interest in hacking, data protection and IT infrastructure
• Initial programming experience is an advantage
• Previous knowledge in the field of IT
• Good performance in technical subjects such as computer science, maths and English
• Analytical skills and high quality awareness
• Enthusiasm for innovation and interest in the technologies in our company
• Analytical and precise way of working
• Ability to work in a team and willingness to take on responsibility
• Good command of English
• Good knowledge of German (language level C1), see admission requirements of the dual university
• If you want to apply, please write in German

YOUR APPRENTICESHIP SALARY:

• 1st year of study: 1.401 €
• 2nd year of study: 1.497 €
• 3rd year of study: 1.654 €
  
  

Information at a Glance Apply now Posting Start Date: 7/14/26 Requisition-ID: 38020 Posting Job Location: Waldkirch (near Freiburg) Full-time/Part-time: Full-time

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