Junior Security Analyst (Internship)

Position Authority

Internship vacancy issued under CypSec Group European security operations talent development program. This highly selective program targets exceptional students and recent graduates with demonstrated potential for advanced cybersecurity analysis beyond conventional academic coursework. Only candidates with documented security research, published vulnerability analysis, or participation in recognized cybersecurity competitions will be considered for this competitive intelligence analyst development track.

Learning Objectives

• Conduct threat intelligence analysis supporting European critical infrastructure protection operations
• Perform vulnerability research under supervision of senior security researchers with classified clearances
• Contribute to incident response activities affecting EU member state networks and cross-border infrastructure
• Support development of intelligence products suitable for CERT coordination and supervisory authority briefing
• Participate in classified security operations while maintaining appropriate compartmentalization protocols

Mandatory Foundational Competencies

• Advanced programming in Java, Python or C++ with security application development
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, network protocols, and traffic analysis techniques
• Windows/Linux kernel debugging and memory corruption exploitation concepts
• Symmetric/asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and protocol analysis
• GDPR Article 32, NIS2 Directive, and emerging EU cybersecurity frameworks

Exceptional Candidate Requirements

Beyond academic qualifications, successful candidates will demonstrate at least one of the following:

• Documented vulnerability research with CVE assignments or coordinated disclosure participation
• Competition rankings in recognized cybersecurity challenges (CTFtime ranked events, ECSC, etc.)
• Published security research in peer-reviewed venues or respected industry conferences
• Contributions to open-source security tools with demonstrated community impact
• Participation in EU-funded research initiatives or ENISA student programs

Internship Focus Areas

• Advanced persistent threat campaign tracking and adversary attribution methodology
• Zero-day discovery techniques and coordinated disclosure procedures
• Digital evidence preservation and chain-of-custody maintenance
• Penetration testing of critical infrastructure with appropriate authorization
• Technical report writing meeting government and regulatory standards

Internship Specializations

• Static and dynamic analysis of sophisticated malicious software samples
• Binary analysis using IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja under supervision
• Open-source intelligence gathering and adversary infrastructure mapping
• Real-world security breach investigation and forensic evidence collection
• Design review of critical systems under EU regulatory constraints

Linguistic Proficiency Standards

• CEFR C1+ English capability for technical documentation and stakeholder communication
• CEFR C1+ working proficiency in German, Russian, Chinese, or Spanish
• Ability to produce specifications meeting government and regulatory review standards

Security Assessment Protocol

• Comprehensive background verification including employment history validation
• Enhanced screening procedures for access to sensitive technical information
• EU citizenship or permanent residency required for sensitive infrastructure access
• Willingness to undergo facility clearance processing where operational requirements dictate

Compensation Framework

Remuneration commensurate with demonstrated expertise and impact:

• Performance-based compensation exceeding standard market rates
• Comprehensive European benefits package including pension and professional development
• Relocation support for exceptional candidates requiring EU mobility
• Access to cutting-edge security research infrastructure and academic partnerships

Selection Process

Applications subject to rigorous technical evaluation:

• Initial Assessment: Technical competency verification against mandatory requirements
• Deep Technical Review: In-person architecture discussion and security methodology evaluation
• Operational Interview: Critical thinking under pressure and incident response scenarios

Submit comprehensive application including: Detailed technical CV, documented achievements (publications, CVEs, project contributions), and technical references from recognized security professionals to: interview@cypsec.de

Only candidates demonstrating exceptional technical depth will advance through selection phases. Standard qualifications without distinguished achievements will not progress.