Cybersecurity Governance & Assurance Specialist Junior (f/m/d)

About

The area Security Threat, Assurance & Delivery is responsible for activities related to the local security strategy, third party risk management for security risks, security culture and the management of local security portfolio projects and related local budget needs, delivery of local security solutions and support Group Security in delivering Group initiatives in UniCredit Bank Austria, in line with Group Security strategy and programs and regulatory requirements . We are looking for a young professional in our Cybersecurity Governance & Assurance Team.

Die UniCredit ist eine paneuropäische Geschäftsbank mit einem einzigartigen Produkt- und Service-Angebot in Italien, Deutschland sowie Zentral- und Osteuropa. Unser Ziel ist, die Gesellschaft dabei zu unterstützen sich weiterzuentwickeln, indem wir allen Beteiligten das Beste bieten und so ein besseres Morgen für unsere Kund:innen und unsere Mitarbeiter:innen in ganz Europa schaffen. Wir betreuen mehr als 15 Millionen Kund:innen weltweit. Sie sind das Herzstück unserer Arbeit in unseren Märkten.

What You'll Be Doing

Are you a recent graduate or early-career professional passionate about cybersecurity and information security governance? Join our Security Threat, Assurance & Delivery team at Bank Austria and help shape the future of secure banking.In this role you will:

• Support key cybersecurity initiatives
• Contribute to audits and compliance efforts
• Help ensure our data and systems remain secure and aligned with regulatory standards
• Work closely with our Group Security colleagues at UniCredit Italy
• Gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, international environment
• Support internal and external security audits and help track remediation activities.
• Assist in maintaining and improving compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, DORA).
• Contribute to risk assessments and help document security controls and findings.
• Participate in security awareness and training initiatives across the organization.
• Help monitor and report on data protection and information security governance metrics.
• Collaborate with senior team members and Group Security to align local practices with group-wide standards.
• Bachelor's degree (or final-year student) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Interest in Cybersecurity: A strong motivation to grow in areas like governance, compliance, audits, and data protection.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate technical and non-technical topics in both English and German.
• Team Spirit: Willingness to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Analytical Thinking: Attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
  
  

The Following Skills/experience Would Be a Plus

• Internship or academic project experience in cybersecurity, IT risk, or compliance.
• Familiarity with frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, or COBIT.
• Basic understanding of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
• Interest in pursuing certifications such as CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or CompTIA Security+
  
  

Die Digitalisierung und unser Bekenntnis zu den ESG-Grundsätzen sind wesentliche Voraussetzungen für unsere Dienstleistungen. Sie unterstützen uns dabei, unsere Stakeholder hervorragend zu begleiten und eine nachhaltige Zukunft für unsere Kund:innen, die Gesellschaft und unsere Mitarbeiter:innen zu gestalten. Als Arbeitgeber bieten wir Chancengleichheit. Gemeinsam gestalten wir ein Arbeitsumfeld, das vielfältiges Denken und inklusives Handeln begrüßt. Indem wir allen Stimmen Gehör verschaffen und auf 'Gedankenvielfalt' unabhängig von Geschlecht, Alter, ethnischer Herkunft, sexueller Orientierung, körperlicher und geistiger Fähigkeiten oder kulturellem Hintergrund setzen, sorgen wir für nachhaltiges Wachstum und neue Geschäftsmöglichkeiten, einen starken Antrieb für Innovation und Kreativität sowie für eine allgemeine Verbesserung des Arbeitsklimas mit positiven Auswirkungen auf Produktivität, Wohlbefinden und Engagement unserer Mitarbeiter:innen.

Allgemeine Informationen

Job Id 51682

A modern working environment with a certified family-friendly employer, where you actively shape the future

• Visibility to support future professional development prospects
• Working in a continuously evolving dynamic international environment, as part of an inspired and well-diversified team
• Working on topics with key and growing strategic focus for UniCredit and contributing to the strategic evolution of the related customer product and service offering
• Being part of the development and growth of Bank Austria and contributing to designing the transformation of the Bank's payments strategy
• Health Center with an extensive preventive and well-being offer as well as use of the UniCredit sports and leisure centre on Kaiserwasser
• Kindergarten at the Austria Campus with reserved space for employees
• Numerous employee benefits (discounts, bonuses)
• Exclusive benefits in the largest company cafeteria in Europe
• Attractive career and further training opportunities
• Work-life balance: flexible working hours and a wide range of voluntary social benefits
• An open, dynamic, international working atmosphere
• Smart Working at the Austria Campus or Remote Work
• Central location of the Austria Campus with direct connections via train, U1 and U2
• Accessibility
• Offer of discounted and free banking products
• A competitive salary dependent on your professional and personal qualifications is granted.
• In terms of salary, we are in line with the market, depending on specific experience, training and qualifications, at least EUR 48.650,- gross per year with the willingness to overpay at 38.5 hours per week.
  
  

As an employer, we offer equal opportunities. Together, we create a working environment that welcomes diverse thinking and inclusive behavior. By making all voices heard and leveraging 'diversity of thought' regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability or cultural background, we ensure sustainable growth and new business opportunities, a strong drive for innovation and creativity as well as an overall improvement of the working environment with a positive impact on productivity, well-being and engagement of our people.

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Nice-to-have skills

• Computer Science
• ISO 27001
• Information Technology
• Vienna, Austria
  
  

Work experience

• Cyber Security Specialist
• Pentester
• Security Analyst
  
  

Languages

• English