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Outstanding achievements: G DATA honors IT security talents in Bochum

Cyber defense specialist presents awards at Ruhr University Bochum and Bochum University of Applied Sciences
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t the annual academic ceremony of the Faculty of Computer Science, Nelli Tarrapata and Felix Raback were honored for their excellent academic achievements. Carina Franke, Team Lead Human Resources at G DATA CyberDefense, and Stefan Hausotte, Head of Threat Intelligence & Infrastructure at G DATA CyberDefense, presented each of them with 500 euros in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

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Outstanding performance pays off: In summer 2026, G DATA CyberDefense once again honored the top graduates of the bachelor’s degree program in IT Security at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB). The Bochum-based cyber defense company also recognized the most outstanding degrees in Computer Science at Bochum University of Applied Sciences.

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For many years, G DATA CyberDefense has been committed to supporting young talent and inspiring lasting enthusiasm for cybersecurity. At the annual academic ceremony of the Faculty of Computer Science, Nelli Tarrapata and Felix Raback were honored for their excellent academic achievements. Carina Franke, Team Lead Human Resources at G DATA CyberDefense, and Stefan Hausotte, Head of Threat Intelligence & Infrastructure at G DATA CyberDefense, presented each of them with 500 euros in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

“Supporting outstanding IT talent is an investment in the digital future of our country – and here in Bochum in particular, we can see the potential of the next generation,” says Andreas Lüning, founder and member of the Executive Board of G DATA CyberDefense AG. “Decades of experience in cybersecurity show that sustainable security is created above all by bright minds, curiosity, and the courage to take responsibility – which is why business and academia must work together to give young talent the best possible opportunities.”

At Bochum University of Applied Sciences, G DATA also honored two graduates of the Computer Science degree program for their outstanding achievements: Johann Temme impressed with an exceptionally strong bachelor’s thesis, while Simon Döring earned recognition for an outstanding master’s degree. Here, too, Carina Franke and Stefan Hausotte presented the awards as part of the graduation ceremony for the Departments of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. The festive atmosphere afterwards also gave the award recipients the opportunity to speak directly with their sponsors.

G DATA CyberDefense AG is a leading German company in the field of IT security. Since 1985, the company based in Bochum has stood for digital security “Made in Germany”.

More than 500 experts protect businesses, public authorities, and private users every day with modular solutions that seamlessly combine software and services:

  • Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR)
  • Endpoint Security for Businesses
  • Security Awareness Training
  • IT security services such as penetration testing, incident response, and forensic analysis

Transparency, data protection, and digital sovereignty are the cornerstones of the company’s security strategy. For this reason, G DATA develops and operates its solutions in Germany. With its no-backdoor guarantee and ISO 27001 certification, the company helps businesses and organizations meet regulatory requirements. In doing so, G DATA lays the foundation for CyberVertrauen and a secure, resilient future.

G DATA. Trust in German Sicherheit.

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