Internship - IBM Z Network Security (m/w/d)

Introduction

Welcome to IBM Research & Development in Böblingen - one of IBM's leading European development centers.
At IBM, we shape the future of the IBM Z server family, a key technology powering financial services, cloud infrastructure, and AI applications worldwide.
As part of our IBM Z Service Network team, you will gain hands-on experience in enterprise network security, work with cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate in an international environment. You will receive mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow while contributing to the security of mission-critical systems.

Join us and make an impact on the most secure and reliable systems in the world!

Your role and responsibilities

• Assist in designing, implementing, and testing secure network solutions for IBM Z systems
• Analyze and improve network security protocols and architectures
• Develop and maintain tools/scripts to support network security operations
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Strong Linux knowledge, especially in networking (configuration, troubleshooting, tools)
• Solid understanding of network security concepts (firewalls, encryption, authentication)
• Proficiency in at least one programming language: C++ or Python
• Good knowledge of network security protocols and architectures (e.g., TLS, IPsec, VPNs)
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Understanding of secure software development practices
• Basic knowledge of Quantum-Safe Cryptography concepts
• Familiarity with CA/PKI infrastructure and/or HashiCorp/IBM Vault
• German and English languages fluency

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Client-provided location(s): Böblingen, Germany

Job ID: IBM-80235

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2025-12-18T18:48:33