The Institute for Security Systems (ISS), Bergische Universität Wuppertal, offers a 4-year phd-graduational program. The development of research methods and research competences in the field of security systems and mechatronics as well as the sustainable transfer benefit for the companies are vital elements of the doctoral program. The postdoctoral research fellow persues an inhouse company research project which leads to benefits for both: the fellow and the company. Research is ensured close to practice and the company benefits from a scientifically well-grounded unique issue solution.