Security Engineer Intern

About NBQ Engineering

NBQ Engineering is an innovative tech startup based in Greece, focused on developing cutting-edge secure infrastructure for organizations worldwide. Our mission is to prepare businesses for the quantum era by facilitating the transition to post-quantum secure technologies and upgrading current systems. With a commitment to technological advancement, NBQ Engineering strives to be at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation and security engineering. We foster a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where team members are encouraged to grow and make meaningful impacts.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Security Engineer Intern to join our Cybersecurity & Secure Systems Development team. This internship is designed for students who want to gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, secure software development, Linux systems, cryptography, and next-generation security technologies. You will contribute to technical research, prototype development, security testing, and the design of secure systems aimed at protecting digital infrastructure against emerging threats such as Harvest Now, Decrypt Later attacks and the future impact of quantum computers on today’s encryption systems. Applications can be accepted throughout the year from students registered on the ATLAS internship program.

What you will work on

As a Security Engineer Intern, you may be involved in:

• Designing and developing secure systems and network architectures.
• Researching and implementing Post-Quantum Cryptography technologies.
• Building secure communication prototypes and cryptographic infrastructure.
• Working with Linux-based environments, networking tools, and secure system configurations.
• Assisting in the analysis and testing of cryptographic protocols and security mechanisms.
• Identifying emerging cybersecurity risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Supporting R&D activities related to secure systems, privacy, and quantum-resilient cybersecurity.
• Preparing technical documentation, reports and presentations.

Your Skills

• Knowledge and skills in Application Security and Security Engineering
• Proficiency in Network Security and Cybersecurity concepts
• Understanding of Information Security principles and practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Bonus Skills

• Basic understanding of cryptographic algorithms or encryption schemes.
• Experience with Linux networking or secure systems development.
• Interest in Post-Quantum Cryptography and future internet security.
• Experience with tools such as Wireshark, OpenSSL, Docker, Git or security testing environments.
• Interest in research, technical writing, or cybersecurity innovation.

What you will gain

• Hands-on experience working on next-generation cybersecurity technologies.
• Exposure to Post-Quantum Cryptography and advanced cryptographic systems.
• Experience developing real secure system prototypes and research-oriented tools.
• Mentorship and technical guidance in cybersecurity, cryptography, and secure engineering.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, learning, and experimentation.
• The opportunity to contribute to systems designed for the cybersecurity challenges of the post-quantum era.

This internship is ideal for students who are curious, technically motivated, and interested in working at the intersection of cybersecurity, secure systems engineering, cryptography, and future-ready digital infrastructure. It is a great opportunity for students who want to contribute to the security of tomorrow’s systems and help build technologies designed for the post-quantum era.You do not need to be an expert in Post-Quantum Cryptography. What matters most is curiosity, technical motivation and the willingness to learn while contributing to the mission of securing the systems of tomorrow. Help us build what’s next!

Key skills/competency

• Cybersecurity
• Security Engineering
• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Secure Software Development
• Linux Systems
• Cryptography
• Network Security
• Information Security
• Risk Mitigation
• Technical Research