NN Bootcamp - Cyber Security

Join our Security Practice Program at NN! 

This program is dedicated for IT&C Security Master - Cyber Security Master Students from the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE)

We’re NN Romania, a trusted leader in life insurance and private pensions, committed to helping people protect what matters most and build a confident financial future. But NN is more than a financial services company - people come first. 

At NN, we believe in putting value in change, especially the kind that helps you grow. A new skill, a fresh perspective, a first real challenge: they all start when you dare to take one step further.  

In the same spirit, AI is embedded in the way we evolve as an organization. Integrating AI capabilities into our roles comes naturally, as part of the transformation that enables better decisions, more efficient processes, and an improved customer experience. 

Our Security Practice Program is designed for students who are ready to learn by doing. If you’re curious, motivated and excited to see how Information Security works beyond presentations or classroom, you’ll find real opportunities to grow with guidance, trust and meaningful work from day one. 

  Program details  

• Location: Hybrid (on-site & remote)   

• Duration: 280 h 

• Start date:  03.08.2026 -  30.09.2026 

• Application Deadline: 29.06.2026 

• This is an unpaid practice program 

 What are we looking for?    

Motivated master students with a strong willingness to learn. Not yet experts, but future ones. 

Main competencies 

 Education 

• Master student at the Academy of Economic Studies 
  (IT&C Security Master - Cyber Security Master) 

🧩 Basic technical foundations (exposure is enough) 

• Understanding of core IT security concepts (CIA triad, threats, vulnerabilities) 

• Basic knowledge of:  

• Networking (TCP/IP, HTTP, TLS) 

• Operating systems (Windows / Linux) 

• Applications and APIs 

• Introductory familiarity with:  

• Cryptography concepts 

• Authentication & authorization 

• Risk or compliance concepts (nice to have) 

 Soft skills & mindset (very important) 

• Curiosity and willingness to learn 

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills 

• Responsibility and respect for confidentiality 

• Clear communication and teamwork skills 

• Genuine interest in real-world security, not just theory 

• You leverage your curiosity and automation tools (including AI) to turn change into value and continuously improve how we work. 

 No prior work experience is required. 

Who we are?    

Our Security team helps protect what matters most, from customer and business data to the systems and standards behind them.  

We work across teams, functions and borders to manage risk, support secure digital change and make security part of how the business moves forward. 

What will you gain?    

• Hands‑on exposure to enterprise security application security, encryption & data protection, secure architecture principles, risk‑based security decisions 

• Understanding how security works in a regulated environment, financial & insurance sector, compliance, audits, and security governance, real constraints and trade‑offs 

• Practical experience, not simulated labs, working with real teams and real systems, observing how incidents, risks and controls are handled. 

• Mentorship from senior security professionals, feedback, guidance, and learning support, insight into different security career paths  

• Strong career foundation, valuable experience for your CV and potential future opportunities within NN (based on performance and business needs)  

Ready to join us?  

If you’re ready for your next step, your next challenge and your next chance to grow, we’d love to have you on the journey. Apply by 29 June and take the first step towards your future career!   

Let’s meet! The recruitment process includes:   

• Application    

• CV pre-screening conducted by our Talent Attraction Teams   

• HR &Technical interview 

• Decision