Cyber Security Internship (Offensive & Defensive Security)

Job Description & Summary

Job Description

During your Technical Offensive or Defensive Security internship, you will play an active role in developing security tools and infrastructure and performing security assessments. You will work closely with the Cyber Technology Team to enhance our in-house developed tools and support them on security assessments. As a team member within our cybersecurity practice, you'll benefit from our open and supportive culture. Your internship supervisor and colleagues will guide you through challenges and foster innovative solutions. You'll have access to a flexible workspace and engage with experienced professionals dedicated to improving the security of our clients' systems. This internship provides hands-on experience in technical security, encouraging you to directly apply your knowledge and insights to real-world applications. You'll enhance your technical skills, learning from experienced colleagues, while contributing to our team's purpose of creating a secure digital society.

What will you be doing?

During your Technical Offensive or Defensive Security internship, you will be a full-fledged team member in our practice. You will be able to make use of a flexible workspace at our office with your colleagues and will notice that, owing to the open culture within the group, you will get support from not just your internship supervisor. Other colleagues will also be happy to help if you have questions or come across problems. As you will be surrounded by professionals serving a wide range of clients, there will be ample opportunities to discuss and evaluate your knowledge, theories and conclusions.

Does this describe you?

Interested in gaining practical experience in the dynamics of a disruptive event, what to look out for, how to prepare, respond, and emerge stronger? This internship is a unique opportunity to gain insight into the world of Data Protection and Privacy, work in multidisciplinary teams, support client engagements, and learn from seasoned professionals. Next to the right mindset you have these requirements:

• Close to completion of a University Master's degree;

• A strong link or interest in Data Protection or Privacy;

• Fluency in English and Dutch is required;

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high quality of work;

• Good communication skills and an enthusiasm to work in multidisciplinary teams;

• Up to 5/6 months;

• 4 - 5 days a week.

What are we offering?
At PwC, you will have the opportunity to be yourself, get the best out of yourself in a high-performance organisation and grow within our global network. As part of our team we offer:

• A competitive internship compensation, travel allowance for those without a student travel product, a laptop from PwC and paid vacation days;

• Personalised internship programmes where collaboration with colleagues is key and you can constantly benefit from expert guidance to ensure your internship is a success;

• Access to a comprehensive learning environment, where you can dive deep into different fields and learn about your potential future employer;

• Development of your personal and business skills through our progressive courses and programmes;

• A unique opportunity to gain insights into a leading professional services firm;

• Hybrid working at the client, home and office;

• Fun informal activities with your team.

Getting started at PwC
Enthusiastic? Leave us your motivation letter and CV explaining why you’re applying and why you’re the right person for this position. Click on the red button and apply immediately!

After we’ve received your application:

• you’ll immediately receive confirmation in your inbox;

• If your qualifications match this position, then we’ll contact you within two weeks for a short introduction meeting;

• If everyone is enthusiastic, we’ll schedule an online assessment. Depending on the result, you'll receive an invitation for an initial interview. Click here for more information about the application process.

If you would like more detailed information about this position at PwC, don't hesitate to contact us! SEmma Sebel will be happy to help you via e-mail, emma.sebel@pwc.com.