Internship and Industrial Placement 2025 - Security Engineering

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.  

Over the years, QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. This platform includes everything from high-frequency trading proficiency to extensive multi-year simulation research infrastructures. Our culture is centred around technology, automation, and industrialized processes. We operate in multiple languages from C++ to Python and embrace open-source software.  

You will be joining a community of graduates and interns, who are all looking to build a future career within QRT. We believe in nurturing talent to be successful and are looking for a new cohort of individuals to join the firm in the upcoming year. We offer a stimulating, intellectual and high performing environment, where we foster collaboration.  

You will have the opportunity to join a growing and dynamic environment, where you will be mentored by industry experts to support your professional growth, this includes the prospect of securing a full-time graduate position after successfully completing your internship.  

Your future role at QRT 

Are you passionate about cyber security and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for a motivated Security Intern to join our growing security team at Qube Research & Technologies (QRT). This internship offers hands-on experience across a wide range of security projects and operational security tasks, providing a solid foundation for anyone looking to kickstart their career in the cyber security field.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Security Projects: Assist in the development and execution of various security projects, working alongside senior security engineers. Projects may include vulnerability assessments, security tool implementations, and process automation.  

• Operational Security Tasks: Contribute to day-to-day security operations, including monitoring security alerts, managing security tools, and performing regular checks on system health and integrity.  

• Incident Response: Support the team in investigating and responding to security incidents. Help document findings and ensure appropriate remediation steps are taken.  

• Vulnerability Management: Participate in vulnerability scanning, analysis, and remediation efforts. Work with teams to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed in a timely manner.  

• Security Awareness: Assist in preparing materials and communications for security awareness programmes across the organisation, promoting good security hygiene and practices.  
• Documentation and Reporting: Help maintain and update security documentation, including policies, procedures, and incident reports. Prepare reports on security metrics for internal use.  

Your present skillset 

• Penultimate year students studying for a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD) in any Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field, on track towards obtaining a 2:1 or above. 

• Demonstrable passion for technology.  Regardless of whether you have formal CompSci training or not – we are more interested in your achievements related to software/hardware/security engineering. 

• Obtained or currently pursuing a degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.  

• Basic understanding of security principles and technologies, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanning tools.  

• Familiarity with security best practices, such as password management, data encryption, and secure coding practices.  

• Interest in learning about security tools, processes, and industry trends.  

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with good problem-solving skills.  

• Hands-on experience with industry tools would be a plus (even if only from academic projects).  

• Familiarity with basic scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) and automation techniques is desirable.  

• Relevant certifications or coursework, such as CompTIA Security+ or similar would be advantageous. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  

• Pro-active and unafraid to ask questions. You can really have a huge impact here, improving our performance with suggestions and optimisations.  

• Entrepreneurial approach and self-motivated. 

 Interviewing:   

• Apply online: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early  

• Shortlisting: Our security engineering teams will evaluate your background and performance in the coding challenge to create a shortlist of candidates  

• Assessment Centre: If shortlisted, you will be invited to an onsite assessment centre at our offices. This will include a group activity to test your technical skills, followed by interviews with the engineering teams you may potentially work with  
• Offer: Successful candidates will receive an offer to join our team  

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.