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DELOITTE ACADEMY’S CYBER SECURITY PROGRAMME

Application Deadline: 17 July 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

The purpose of Deloitte Academy’s cybersecurity program is to develop the talents required to harness emerging opportunities in the cybersecurity/information technology space. At Deloitte, their purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and society. This is the lens for which our global strategy is set.

Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges? From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next level.

ELIGIBILITY:

Possess a Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.A., etc.) in Computer Science or Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of second class upper/upper credit.

Have a minimum of five credits in WASSCE Ordinary Level/NECO subjects or acceptable equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only.

Be 28 years old or younger as at date of application.

Have the ability to think outside the box and quickly learn new ideas independently.

Cybersecurity related certification would be an added advantage.

Knowledge of Information Technology (Operating systems, or networks or application development).

Knowledge of IT systems (Operating System, application, Network, Database).

Proficient in the use of MS-office tools i.e. Excel, Word and Power-point.

Knowledge in any of the following areas will be an added advantage: vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, implementation of security standards, security operations, network monitoring, incident response, incident investigation, email security, security analytics and deployment or management of security tools such as SIEM, NAC, DAM, WAF, NGFW, UTM etc.

Duration: 12 months

Note: This is not an employment scheme, but a skill development programme that will equip and empower prospective young graduates with invaluable knowledge to solve contemporary and future challenges.

BENEFIT:

Internship placement for candidates with exceptional performance after completion of the program.

Opportunity to be placed in the Deloitte pool of Cyber Security professionals for Cyber Security projects.

Acquire high demand technical skills and become readily employable.

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AI-CYBERSECURITY ESSAY PRIZE COMPETITION

Application Deadline: 2 January 2025, 00:00 am CET.

LOCATION: Germany

Munich Security Conference (MSC) and Binding Hook proudly announce the AI-Cybersecurity Essay Prize Competition, inviting experts to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on cybersecurity. This competition seeks insightful analyses on the implications for Europe and recommendations for policymakers, with an opportunity for winners to be recognized at an international forum.

ELIGIBILITY:

Essay Question: “How will Artificial Intelligence change cybersecurity, and what are the implications for Europe? Discuss potential strategies that policymakers can adopt to navigate these changes.”

The competition is open to experts in cybersecurity and AI from any part of the world. All submissions must be in English.

They only accept single-authored submissions.

There is no fee to enter the AI-Cybersecurity Essay Prize Competition.

Each participant may submit only one entry for the competition. Multiple submissions from the same participant will not be accepted.

This competition invites researchers in cybersecurity and AI to put forward their perspectives on this crucial issue. A particular emphasis is placed on understanding the consequences for Europe, urging participants to delve into how these technological shifts affect European security and policy.

Winners will not only receive a monetary reward but also have their work published on Binding Hook, Virtual Routes’ platform for technology and security, and be celebrated at the 2025 Munich Security Conference (February 14-16, 2025).

BENEFIT:

The prizes for the top essays are as follows:

1st Place: €10,000

Runner-Up: €5,000

3rd Place: €2,500

4th-5th Places: €1,000

The author of the winning essay will be invited to attend the 2025 Munich Security Conference (February 13-16, 2025), where they will be honored at the award ceremony. This presents a unique opportunity to stand in the global spotlight, engaging with leaders and innovators from various sectors and sharing insights on the pivotal role of AI in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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