Working Student, Security Engineer

Location: Zurich

Department: Engineering

Change the way the world travels

Join the GetYourGuide journey to connect people with unforgettable travel experiences around the world. Millions look to us for unique activities they can trust, and it’s all powered by our commitment to make every single journey extraordinary - including yours.

Ready to unlock your potential with a community of fellow explorers? Find your next role at our Berlin HQ or one of our local offices around the globe, from New York to Bangkok. Head to getyourguide.careers to take the first step.

Team mission

Millions of travelers trust GetYourGuide with their plans, their payments, and their personal data - and our security team is there to make sure that trust holds. We work across the whole company, from the code our engineers ship to the systems everyone uses every day, helping teams build things that are safe by default. As we grow, we're looking for a curious, detail-oriented Working Student to join us and help protect the experiences millions of people are looking forward to.

Your mission

• Assist in the development and implementation of security measures and protocols.
• Conduct research on the latest AI and cybersecurity trends and threats.
• Participate in the analysis and evaluation of our systems and applications for vulnerabilities.
• Support the team in the management of security tools and software.
• Help organize and maintain security documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with various departments to promote security awareness.

Your toolkit

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• A strong interest in cybersecurity and AI, and a desire to learn more.
• Basic understanding of security principles, techniques, and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with AI coding assistants and LLMs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience in a security-related role or project is a plus, but not required.
• You are based locally and able to visit our office on a regular basis

How we’ll make your career journey extraordinary

• A dynamic and international work environment with a team of experts in the field of cybersecurity.
• Hands-on experience in real-world security projects and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate your study schedule.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools in the field of cybersecurity and AI.
• A culture of continuous learning with access to workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
• A mentor on the security team with regular 1:1s.

And more…

How to apply

Submit your CV/resume in English using the form below. For tips and insights into our hiring process and culture, check out ‘how we hire’ and ‘life at GetYourGuide’. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at jobs@getyourguide.com.

We’re an equal opportunities employer

Our commitment is that every qualified person will be evaluated according to their skills, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion. Please refrain from including your picture and age with your application.