Working Student Cyber Security - Focus on AI Security (m/f/d)

Volkswagen Group•Technology

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We enable automobiles and people all over the world to meaningfully connect with their outside world.

Together with our customers, we develop a wide range of innovative connectivity solutions.

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Brief Role Description

Dive into the future of Cyber Security at Volkswagen Infotainment! As a Working Student in the AI Security domain, you will help us understand, assess, and secure emerging Artificial Intelligence technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs), AI Agents, and Coding Assistants.

Working alongside experienced security professionals, you will analyze security risks, evaluate protection mechanisms, and contribute to integrating AI securely into modern software and product development processes.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, and Automotive Software Development.

🎁What We Offer

Hands-on experience at the intersection of Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence

Exposure to cutting-edge security challenges in modern AI systems

Opportunities to collaborate with experienced Security Architects and Security Engineers

Insights into secure software and AI development within the automotive industry

Flexible working hours compatible with your studies

Modern development environment and the freedom to contribute your own ideas

A motivated and supportive team focused on innovation and continuous learning

Join us in shaping the secure future of Artificial Intelligence and software development at Volkswagen Infotainment.

The hourly wage of a working student is €17.50.

Possible Tasks within this Role

Analyze security risks related to modern AI systems, including:

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Agentic AI systems

AI-powered coding assistants

Assess AI-related threats and vulnerabilities in the context of Volkswagen Infotainment's software and product development activities

Investigate emerging attack techniques against AI systems, such as:

Prompt Injection

Tool Abuse

Data Leakage

Model Manipulation

Jailbreaking techniques

Study and evaluate the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications and the OWASP Agentic AI Top 10

Research and assess AI security controls, including:

Guardrails

Sandboxing

Isolation mechanisms

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Audit Logging and Monitoring

Secure tool integration

Contribute to the security evaluation of agent-based AI architectures

Analyze concepts related to agent identities, delegated permissions, and secure authorization models

Build small proof-of-concepts, prototypes, and automation scripts

Support the creation of technical documentation, security assessments, and research reports

Monitor and evaluate current developments, trends, and best practices in AI Security and AI Governance

Qualification requirements

Mandatory Qualifications

Strong interest in Cyber Security and emerging AI technologies

Solid understanding of security fundamentals, especially:

Cryptography

TLS, Certificates and PKI

Authentication and Authorization

Identity and Access Management

Practical experience with one or more of the following:

Machine Learning

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Agentic AI systems

AI-powered coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf)

Experience with scripting using Python and/or Linux Shell

Good Linux administration and troubleshooting skills

Analytical mindset and ability to work independently

Good communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of AI Security concepts, threats, and mitigation techniques

Experience with modern development environments such as Visual Studio Code

Familiarity with version control systems (Git)

Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab, or comparable platforms)

Understanding of modern software development and DevSecOps practices

Interest in AI Risk Management, AI Governance, and Secure AI Engineering

Ability to investigate and understand technical security issues independently

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Creativity

Critical Thinking

Cyber security awareness

Information Security (InfoSec)

Security Architecture

Cybersecurity

Embedded Systems Security

AI Governance and Compliance

AI Engineering

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Python

Linux

Do you have questions about a severe disability or equalisation? Then our representative for severely disabled employees will be happy to help you:  schwerbehindertenvertretung@volkswagen-infotainment.com