About the job ️Security & Data Protection Internship Dubai, DIFC
️ Security & Data Protection Internship Dubai, DIFC
Protect data. Prevent threats. Safeguard the future of fintech.
Step into one of the UAE’s most technologically advanced fintech platforms the first independent digital banking institution licensed in the UAE, known for innovation, security, and trust.
This award-winning fintech has redefined how millions of people send, spend, and store money but behind every transaction lies a critical promise: safety. As a Security & Data Protection Intern, you’ll help uphold that promise by learning how cybersecurity, technology, and compliance work together to protect digital assets in real time.
This company is actively searching for standout talent individuals with the right attitude, mindset, and hunger to learn. Through this internship, they’ll assess not just your technical ability but your initiative, curiosity, and leadership potential. Think of it as a “try before you buy” opportunity where high-performing interns transition into long-term, full-time roles.
If you’re curious about ethical hacking, data protection, and the systems that keep fintech secure, this internship will open the door to one of the most in-demand careers in technology.
Role Overview
As a Security & Data Protection Intern, you’ll assist the company’s cybersecurity and compliance teams in safeguarding systems, applications, and customer data.
You’ll gain a practical understanding of how fintech's build resilient digital infrastructures learning how to prevent, detect, and respond to evolving cyber threats.
This role provides a rare opportunity to see cybersecurity in action within a regulated, high-traffic financial environment.
What You’ll Do
During your internship, you’ll:
Assist in monitoring system alerts and security incidents.
Support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises.
Help document and review security policies, frameworks, and response plans.
Research and report on emerging cybersecurity threats affecting fintech.
Participate in data protection reviews and risk assessments.
Support training and awareness campaigns for internal teams on security best practices.
Experience Gained
This is a hands-on cybersecurity experience designed to prepare you for the world of financial technology:
Learn the fundamentals of cyber risk, threat detection, and digital forensics.
Gain exposure to industry security frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST).
Understand the relationship between data protection, compliance, and trust.
Develop technical and analytical skills essential for cybersecurity careers.
Build a verified portfolio of security and data protection projects.
About the Host Company
This internship is hosted by a pioneering digital banking platform headquartered in Dubai, recognized globally for its innovation, resilience, and customer trust.
It is:
The first independent fintech platform licensed to operate in the UAE.
Award-winning for cybersecurity, technology, and digital leadership.
Built on transparency, trust, and innovation, offering secure financial products that empower millions across the Middle East.
You’ll be part of the team that ensures every transaction, customer, and data point is protected every second of every day
Program Highlights
Duration: 3 months (unpaid internship training program)
Commitment: 2 days per week on site (blended learning + hands-on experience)
Office Location: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Start Date: Ongoing intake (limited seats per cohort)
Access Type: By successful training completion only (details below)
Why Join
️ Gain real-world cybersecurity experience within a leading fintech ecosystem.
Learn how data protection and digital resilience shape the fintech industry.
Build technical skills in monitoring, analysis, and incident management.
Earn a Global Early Careers Internship Certificate.
Qualify for redeployment into paid security and IT governance roles via the GEC Trusted Bench.
Join a professional network of cybersecurity and data protection specialists.
️ International Student Support
For international students joining from outside the UAE, our concierge team provides:
️ Airport pick-up and drop-off
Accommodation assistance
Daily transport options
Pre-arrival guidance and on-ground support
All complimentary for verified Global Early Careers subscribers.
Call to Action
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