EY GDS Poland NextGen Talent Internship - Junior Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Consultant
People & HR, Compliance / Regulatory
Katowice, Poland
EY GDS Poland NextGen Talent Internship - Junior Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Consultant
Location: Katowice - 2 days in office / 3 days remote
Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.
The opportunity
You will work in multinational environment together with other top cybersecurity experts and you will be helping to deliver highest standards of projects to multiple customers in various sectors. You will help organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture by contributing to risk assessments, compliance reviews, control mapping, policy analysis and cybersecurity governance activities.
Your key responsibilities
As a Junior Consultant, you’ll contribute to Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance client projects and internal projects. The role involves hands-on support in risk assessment, maturity assessment and control mapping and implementation initiatives.
Skills and attributes for success
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Interest in cybersecurity, risk management and compliance
- Attention to detail and ability to work with documentation
- Good communication skills and ability to work in international teams
- Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn and willingness to stay on full-time after the internship
To qualify for the role, you must have
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity, information security or IT risk management concepts
- Understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) principles
- Familiarity with concepts such as policies, controls, risk assessments or compliance reviews
- Interest in cybersecurity frameworks and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST, DORA, NIS2 or GDPR
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a cybersecurity project team
- Excellent command of English language
Ideally, you’ll also have
- First exposure to cybersecurity, IT audit, compliance, risk management or data protection activities
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and data analysis
- Additional European language skills (German, French, Spanish, etc.)
- Relevant certifications, courses or extracurricular cybersecurity activities
What we look for
We are looking for candidates who combine curiosity about cybersecurity with a structured, reliable and analytical approach. You do not need to be a technical security expert, but you should be motivated to understand how cybersecurity risks are managed, how controls are designed and assessed, and how organizations demonstrate compliance with legal, regulatory and industry requirements.
What working at EY offers
As part of the EY GDS Consulting Poland NextGen Talent Internship Program, you will gain access to a unique learning experience designed to accelerate your professional growth and prepare you for a successful career in consulting and emerging technologies.
- A paid, full-time, 3-month internship providing hands-on experience in a dynamic Consulting environment.
- Membership in an exclusive cohort of high-potential students and recent graduates, selected through a competitive recruitment process.
- A structured learning and development journey focused on consulting fundamentals, AI, automation, digital transformation and future-ready skills.
- Access to EY’s world-class learning ecosystem, digital certifications, technical training, and AI-focused learning resources.
- Professional development opportunities focused on Artificial Intelligence, including a structured Azure AI-900 learning program and support in obtaining the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification.
- Continuous coaching, performance feedback and career development support throughout the program.
- Opportunities to build a strong professional network and collaborate with experts across EY’s global organization.
- Potential fast-track career opportunities within EY for top-performing participants who successfully complete the internship program.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced EY professionals, including consulting practitioners, technology specialists, and business leaders.
- Exposure to real client projects and business challenges, supporting global organizations across industries and markets.
- A hybrid working model, combining collaboration in the Katowice office with the flexibility of remote work.
At EY, we are committed to helping you develop the skills, mindset, and professional network needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving business and technology landscape.
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