The start date for this internship is approximately mid-January 2026
🔎 Are you a UAE national with a passion for cybersecurityand 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 Dhabifor the first months.
🔹 Career Opportunities: Prove your skills and earn a full-time job offer at CENSUS!
🔹 Paid Internship: Because talent deserves recognition.
🔹 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.
🚀 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.).
📌 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!
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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