Fondazione Bruno Kessler is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to join the Joint Lab for Cybersecurity, a shared hub between the Cybersecurity Center and the Digital Solutions and IT Infrastructure Service.
The Joint Lab has been active since 1 January 2025 and operates both as a task force in the event of cybersecurity incidents and as a unified service for training, consulting and support on security issues, following a Zero Trust approach. Its areas of expertise include digital identity management, risk assessment, cloud-native security, applied cryptography and the administration of complex IT systems.
What to expect
You will join an environment that combines research and operational activities in cybersecurity, working within the Joint Lab to support risk assessment, security monitoring and identity management activities. The role is suited to someone with intellectual curiosity, a proactive approach and an interest in experimenting with innovative solutions in a structured and continuously evolving environment. You will have access to sensitive systems and information: for this reason, FBK is looking for someone who is reliable, accurate and able to work with autonomy and responsibility. The contract is fixed-term for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal, full time, with an expected start date in December 2026. The position is based in Povo, Trento. The gross annual salary is approximately €31,600 paid over 14 monthly instalments, plus an annual performance bonus. Benefits include flexible working hours, remote working options and the FBK welfare package, including a subsidised company cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal parking, training opportunities, discounts on public transport and sports activities, support in finding temporary accommodation, a supplementary pension fund, supplementary health insurance and psychological counselling and support services.Position
The selected candidate will provide operational support to the team responsible for the risk assessment of FBK’s infrastructure, collaborate in the monitoring and management of security logs and identities through CIEM (Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management) tools, and support the analysis of access privileges and the application of security policies across critical infrastructure.
The role includes identifying and reporting anomalies, vulnerabilities and unauthorised access, creating and maintaining technical documentation related to risk analysis and security compliance, collaborating with other members of the Cybersecurity Center to resolve complex issues, and managing security analysis and support tickets within the established timeframes.
The selected candidate will also contribute to the implementation and promotion of company policies on cybersecurity and data protection and will represent the team in training and outreach activities on cybersecurity topics.
Requirements
The following are required to take part in the selection process:
- meeting the integrity and reliability requirements associated with a role involving access to critical systems, infrastructure and information;
- native-level Italian or C1 proficiency;
- excellent written and spoken English, at least B2 level.
FBK also identifies the following characteristics for the ideal candidate:
- a five-year technical secondary school qualification in IT;
- a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or related scientific disciplines;
- previous experience in risk analysis, cyber defence or cybersecurity support roles in structured environments;
- good knowledge of cybersecurity principles, identity management and risk analysis;
- good knowledge of the main operating systems: Windows, Linux and macOS;
- basic familiarity with the analysis of system, network and security event logs;
- good communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills;
- ability to listen and understand organisational needs and architectures;
- a proactive approach and interest in experimentation and research in the field of cybersecurity;
- analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to analyse complex problems;
- initiative and willingness to continuously update knowledge and skills.
Preferred qualifications
The following will be considered a plus:
- experience with VCS tools such as GitLab and GitHub and scripting languages for security automation, including Bash, Python and PowerShell;
- knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS and DHCP, and security-oriented network architectures;
- experience with ticketing systems, SIEM platforms or security monitoring tools;
- proven experience or strong aptitude for presenting technical content to both specialist and non-technical audiences, for example at events, workshops or training courses.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted by 21 October 2026 through the online form available on jobs.fbk.eu. For further information, please refer to the full call available here
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