Cybersecurity Intern

youverse Portugal
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AI Summary

Support the security team in protecting the organization's systems and data by assisting with monitoring, identifying, and mitigating cybersecurity risks.

Key Highlights
Monitor security alerts, logs, and incidents
Identify and analyze potential security threats
Contribute to vulnerability scanning and remediation follow-up
Technical Skills Required
Networking Operating Systems IT Infrastructure Cybersecurity concepts (firewalls, malware, phishing, encryption)
Benefits & Perks
Remote work
No relocation package or sponsorship visas

Job Description


Who we are

At Youverse, we’re committed to free humankind from bureaucracy while empowering them to own their data.


Our journey started in 2021, and we have grown into a leader in the field of privacy-first authentication. We're strongly committed to making authentication easier and more secure. We have a robust identity verification platform built on a decentralized architecture and advanced deepfake detection that serve industries like Banking, iGaming, Hospitality, Mobility and others. No cards, no passwords, just people! 🆔🔒🛡️


⚠️You must be eligible to work in Portugal. Unfortunately, we do not support relocation packages or sponsorship visas. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered in the selection process.⚠️


💼 Department: R&D

🌍 Location: Remote (within Portugal)

📊 Reports to: CTO



🚀 Your mission: Support the security team in protecting the organization’s systems and data by assisting with monitoring, identifying, and mitigating cybersecurity risks.



What you will be doing:

  • Support daily monitoring of security alerts, logs, and incidents.
  • Assist in identifying, analyzing, and documenting potential security threats.
  • Contribute to vulnerability scanning and remediation follow-up.
  • Help maintain and update security policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
  • Comply with ISMS policies.



📝 Your background:

  • Recent graduate or currently pursuing a BSc or MSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, and IT infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts such as firewalls, malware, phishing, and encryption
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English.



👤 You, in a nutshell:

  • Student seeking a curricular or extracurricular internship, or a project, to gain hands-on experience.
  • Good analytical skills and attention to detail, helping you review information carefully, spot inconsistencies, and follow procedures accurately.
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset, enabling you to work well in a team environment, ask clarifying questions when needed, and share updates clearly.
  • A strong eagerness to learn, showing curiosity and enthusiasm, and the ability to quickly absorb new knowledge and apply it in day-to-day tasks with guidance.
  • A proactive and supportive attitude, volunteering to help, staying organized, and suggesting small improvements while being open to feedback and coaching.
  • Genuine interest in technology and cybersecurity, motivated to build hands-on experience through an internship or project in a technology-driven environment.




📩 Ready to apply? Submit your application today, and let’s explore future possibilities together!🔍Found out more about us.


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🛡️ GDPR compliance: Your personal data included in your CV will be processed by Youverse for Recruitment and Selection purposes, as part of our pre-contractual obligations. For more information on how we manage your data, please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Policy available on our website here.


🤝 Equal opportunity employer: Youverse is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting inclusion and we encourage diversity. Feel free to submit your application regardless of your race/colour, national origin/ethnicity, religion, age, sex/gender/sexual orientation or medical history. Just be yourself!


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