🚀 CENSUS UAE Cybersecurity Engineering Internship Program: Learn. Hack. Secure! UAE
CENSUS SA Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Computer and Network Security · 51-200 employees
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About the role
Develop cybersecurity expertise through hands-on projects and mentorship, addressing real-world security challenges in complex digital systems. Collaborate with cybersecurity professionals on high-profile initiatives involving areas such as AI, IoT, embedded systems, and critical infrastructure.
What they look for
Requirements
Applicants must be UAE nationals who are students or graduates in computer science, engineering, telecommunications, or a related field; self-taught cybersecurity practitioners with proven experience are also welcome. Candidates should have a curious, problem-solving mindset, understand software security and operating system fundamentals, know at least one programming language and basic networking/TCP/IP, and be familiar with debugging, troubleshooting, and source code review.
Benefits
Full description
The start date for this internship is approximately January 2027 and will run for 6 months, 8 hours a day
🔎 Are you a UAE national with a passion for cybersecurity and a drive to protect the nation’s digital future? Do you love uncovering how systems work, breaking them apart (ethically!), and finding ways to make them stronger?
💡 CENSUS UAE Cybersecurity Internship Program is your opportunity to gain world-class expertise, hands-on experience, and mentorship from top cybersecurity professionals. As the UAE strengthens its position as a global technology and cybersecurity hub, we are investing in homegrown talent - empowering the next generation of security leaders to safeguard critical infrastructure, emerging technologies, and AI-powered systems.
Why Join?
🔹 Elite Training: Learn from world-class cybersecurity experts.
🔹 Hands-on Hacking: Work on high-impact security projects across AI, IoT, embedded systems, and critical infrastructure.
🔹 Mentorship: Be guided by industry leaders and gain real-world insights.
🔹 Hybrid Work Model: Flexible setup with on-site presence in Abu Dhabi for the first months.
🔹 Career Opportunities: Prove your skills and earn a full-time job offer at CENSUS!
🔹 Paid Internship: Because talent deserves recognition.
What You’ll Do
🔹 Develop cybersecurity expertise through hands-on projects and mentorship.
🔹 Tackle real-world security challenges in complex digital systems.
🔹 Work alongside top security professionals on high-profile initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
🚀 Required Skills:
🔹 A curious, problem-solving mindset—always eager to explore, learn, and improve.
🔹 Strong understanding of software security concepts and operating system fundamentals.
🔹 Experience with at least one programming language.
🔹 Basic knowledge of networking & TCP/IP.
🔹 Familiarity with debugging, troubleshooting, and reviewing source code.
✨ Bonus Skills (Make Your Application Stand Out!):
🔥 Passion for a specific area of cybersecurity (AI security, OS internals, IoT, etc.).
🔥 Experience in web or mobile application security testing.
🔥 Familiarity with tools like Burp Suite, Frida, Ghidra.
🔥 Interest or experience in fuzzing, exploit development, reverse engineering, or vulnerability research.
🔥 Published security research (blog posts, CVEs, whitepapers, etc.).
The Details
📌 Who Can Apply?
🔹 Open to UAE nationals who are students or graduates in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related fields.
🔹 Self-taught hackers with proven experience in cybersecurity are also welcome to apply!
📍 Location: Hybrid, with on-site presence at our Abu Dhabi office for the first months.
⏳ Duration: 6 months.
💰 Compensation: Paid internship.
🎯 Career Path: Top performers may receive a full-time job offer at CENSUS!
About CENSUS
CENSUS is a globally recognized cybersecurity firm delivering top-tier IT and OT security solutions. We work with Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, critical infrastructure, and secure communications providers worldwide. Our expertise spans cutting-edge research, scientific analysis, and deep engineering experience, ensuring unmatched security for products, infrastructure, and organizations.
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