CDC Strategy & Capabilities Professional Intern

You will join Nokia's Cyber Security Defense Center (CDC), a key part of Nokia's global Information Security organization. The CDC is responsible for detecting, analysing, and responding to cyber threats across Nokia's worldwide environment. Our teams leverage advanced technologies, threat intelligence, security analytics, and automation to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats.

Within the CDC, the Strategy & Capabilities Team focuses on defining the future of cyber defence. We identify emerging technologies, assess their potential, and transform innovative ideas into practical capabilities that strengthen Nokia's security posture.

One of our current focus areas is Agentic AI Supported Defence: exploring how AI agents can enhance threat detection, threat hunting, security operations, and decision-making within a modern Security Operations Center (SOC).

You have/are:

- Currently enrolled as a student in a relevant field
- Demonstrable interest in cybersecurity through studies, personal projects, certifications, competitions, or other activities
- Basic hands-on experience with cloud platforms or cloud-hosted applications
- Exposure to software development and modern technology environments
- Ability to work independently and proactively seek clarification when needed
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Curiosity and determination to understand challenges in depth
- Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken)

It would be nice if you also:

- Understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as: CIA (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
- SIEM
- SOC
- Threat Intelligence
- Threat Hunting
- MITRE ATT&CK
- Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs)

- Familiarity with AI concepts, including: Large Language Models (LLMs)
- AI agents
- Generative AI tools

- Experience with one or more scripting or programming languages, such as: Python
- PowerShell
- JavaScript

- Understanding of Agile development practices