Internship: Information and Cybersecurity

Job Opportunity: Information & Cybersecurity Intern Organization: Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Location: Pretoria (with limited remote options) Contract Duration: 12 Months Reporting To: Research Group Leader Role Overview The CSIR is inviting applications for a 12-month Information and Cybersecurity Internship within its Defense and Security Cluster. This entry-level position is designed for graduates looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical engineering. Working under direct mentorship, the successful candidate will provide technical support to research and development teams across three core areas: secure software development, data science, and cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities Research Support: Conduct technical investigations to help solve open-ended research and development problems. Engineering & Development: Contribute to data analytics, secure software programming, and cybersecurity frameworks for assigned projects. Prototyping: Assist in building experimental software models and prototypes. Training: Participate in compulsory on-the-job and advanced technical training sessions. Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare and present project results and reports to clients and internal technical stakeholders. Requirements & Technical Skills Education: National Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Information Systems, or a related field (An NQF Level 7 Bachelor’s degree is advantageous). Programming Languages: Practical knowledge of Python, Java, R, or C#. Operating Systems: Solid foundational experience working in Linux environments. Core Competencies: Clear understanding of cryptographic concepts, security protocols, and data analysis tools. Soft Skills: Strong critical thinking, individual discipline, time management, and verbal/written communication.