Cybersecurity Internship – 10+ weeks

About the role

Join EY's Cyber Security team in Diegem for a 10‑week (or longer) internship where you will support clients in protecting their information assets against evolving cyber threats. You will work on real‑world projects, gaining hands‑on experience in threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment and security compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in threat intelligence gathering and analysis.
• Support vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and red‑team exercises.
• Contribute to security incident management and third‑party security reviews.
• Help document secure development practices and compliance with standards such as ISO 27001 and PCI.
• Participate in security risk assessments, business continuity planning and data‑privacy projects.

Required profile

• Last‑year Bachelor or Master student in an IT‑related field.
• Valid internship agreement from your educational institution.
• Fluent in Dutch and/or French, with proficient business English.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Availability for a minimum of ten weeks.

Required skills

• Threat intelligence
• Vulnerability assessment / penetration testing
• Red‑team testing
• Secure development concepts
• ISO 27001 and PCI compliance knowledge
• Data protection and privacy fundamentals

What we offer

• Coaching and support from experienced cybersecurity professionals.
• Opportunities to develop new technical skills and advance your career.
• Flexible working arrangements to balance personal priorities.
• Exposure to client‑facing projects, including occasional travel to client sites.