ITGC and cybersecurity apprentice (F/M/X)

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for a Work‑Study Student – IT Controls & Cybersecurity Support. You will join the CISO Office, which defines the global cyber strategy, establishes security governance, manages cyber risks, and oversees OT cybersecurity.

Reporting

• Report to the Cyber Risk & Compliance Lead (Risk Management, EU Compliance & IT Internal Control)

Mission

Your activities will be split approximately 50/50 between supporting the ITGC IT Lead on IT General Controls coordination and audit readiness, and supporting the Cybersecurity Infrastructure team on security architecture support and security‑by‑design activities in projects.

Your mission is to support documentation, coordination, and continuous improvement activities across both IT controls and cybersecurity, while building a strong foundation in internal controls and secure architecture practices.

Responsibilities

• ITGC support (50% – with the ITGC IT Lead)
• Support day‑to‑day coordination of ITGC activities across IT teams
• Help collect, organise, and track evidence and documentation (e.g., access reviews, change management evidence, control narratives)
• Assist in maintaining status dashboards, trackers, and action plans (progress follow‑up, remediation tracking, deliverables planning)
• Participate in meetings with internal stakeholders (IT, Finance, GBS, Internal Audit); capture minutes/action items and ensure follow‑up
• Contribute to the update and standardisation of control documentation (procedures, work instructions, templates)
• Support internal communications and awareness materials (short guidance, FAQs, presentations)
• Cybersecurity infrastructure support (50% – with the Cybersecurity Infrastructure team)
• Assist in documenting security architectures (e.g., diagrams, data flows, trust boundaries)
• Help maintain security architecture repositories (e.g., standards, patterns, reference designs), ensuring content is structured and up to date
• Security‑by‑design in projects
• Support solution reviews for new or changed systems (cloud, applications, infrastructure, and OT/IoT where relevant)
• Help identify security risks and propose mitigations aligned with internal policies and recognised best practices, under supervision
• Support the preparation and consolidation of review outputs (notes, actions, evidence of design decisions)
• Note: this position is designed as a learning opportunity; responsibilities will evolve based on your skills, progress, and programme needs, under the supervision of the ITGC IT Lead and the Cybersecurity Infrastructure team.

What the company offers

• Hands‑on experience across two complementary areas: IT controls (ITGC) and cybersecurity infrastructure / security architecture
• Practical, in‑demand skills such as evidence and documentation management, architecture diagramming, and security‑by‑design support in real projects
• Coaching and mentoring from the ITGC IT Lead and the Cybersecurity Infrastructure team, with progressive autonomy as you grow
• Visibility through contribution to high‑impact activities that support audit readiness and strengthen the organisation’s security posture
• A dynamic, international, and innovative environment, with opportunities to suggest improvements to templates, repositories, and ways of working
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture that values diverse perspectives
• Contribution to Syensqo’s purpose: delivering breakthroughs that advance humanity

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (audit/controls background is also welcome)
• First experience (internship, academic project, student job) in IT, cybersecurity, infrastructure/cloud, audit, risk, or compliance is a plus, but not required
• Interest in both IT controls / ITGC and cybersecurity foundations, especially architecture concepts and security‑by‑design
• Curiosity about enterprise environments (e.g., ERP such as SAP, identity and access management, network/security tooling) is a plus
• Ability to produce clear documentation (diagrams, templates, meeting notes, trackers) and maintain structured repositories
• Good organisational skills to support coordination activities (tracking actions, preparing materials, following up with stakeholders)
• Comfortable with MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., Teams) and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Draw.io) is a plus
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus (French appreciated but not mandatory)
• Proactive and reliable; able to work autonomously on assigned tasks while escalating questions and risks when needed
• Strong attention to detail and structured thinking to review evidence, keep repositories accurate, and support follow‑up of actions
• Analytical mindset to identify gaps or inconsistencies in documentation (controls evidence, architecture diagrams, project inputs)
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Strong sense of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Team‑oriented, cooperative, adaptable, and eager to learn in a changing environment

Compensation and Benefits

• Transport allowance
• The reasonably expected minimum monthly base salary for this position is between €1,200 and €2,600. Compensation will be determined based on factors such as the type of contract, age, and level of education, and may ultimately be higher than the salary indicated.
• Food allowance

Additional Information

• Work‑study position within the CISO Office, reporting to the Cyber Risk & Compliance Lead. Activities split approximately 50/50 between ITGC support and Cybersecurity Infrastructure support.

About Us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.