Digiss Cybersecurity Internship Program 2026
Job Description
Digiss Cybersecurity Internship Program 2026 (Certification + Monthly Stipend)
Applications are open for the Digiss Q4 2026 Paid Cybersecurity Internship, a 15-week intensive programme designed to give aspiring cybersecurity professionals practical, real-world experience across key areas of the cybersecurity industry.
The programme combines instructor-led cybersecurity training with supervised work experience.
Unlike programmes built primarily around simulations, Digiss states that interns work as SOC Analysts and shadow Security Engineers on live client projects, providing exposure to real security environments and operations.
About Digiss
Digiss, a trading name of Digital Information Security Solutions, is a cybersecurity company providing services across Security Operations, Security Engineering, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), identity and device management, and cyber defence.
Its cybersecurity internship programme was formalised in January 2024 as part of the company’s commitment to developing cybersecurity talent in Nigeria.
The programme is specifically designed to reduce the difficulty aspiring professionals face when trying to move from cybersecurity training and certifications into practical industry experience.
About the Internship
The Q4 2026 internship runs for 15 weeks and is divided into two major stages:
- 7 weeks of instructor-led cybersecurity training
- 8 weeks of supervised practical work experience
During the programme, interns will develop skills across Security Operations Centre (SOC) activities, Security Engineering and Governance, Risk and Compliance.
The programme is intensive and requires participants to attend physically in Lagos.
What You Will Learn
The first seven weeks provide structured training across different cybersecurity domains.
Week 1 – Security Analyst Foundations
Participants will cover:
- Internship orientation and onboarding
- Security Analyst fundamentals
- Networking and professional development
- Foundations of cybersecurity operations
Week 2 – Cyber Defence and GRC
Training covers:
- Cyber Defence Lab
- Governance
- Risk Management
- Compliance
- Teamwork activities
Week 3 – Threat Intelligence and Endpoint Security
Participants will learn:
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
- Incident Response
Week 4 – SIEM and Vulnerability Management
Training includes:
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR)
- Vulnerability scanning
- Security reporting
Week 5 – Identity Management and Penetration Testing
Participants will gain exposure to:
- Identity and Access Management
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- OWASP Top 10
- Web Application Penetration Testing
- API Security
Week 6 – Data Protection and Cloud Visibility
Training covers:
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
- Next-Generation Secure Web Gateway
- Cloud Security
- Threat Protection
Week 7 – Cloud, AI and DevSecOps
Participants will learn about:
- AI and Machine Learning Security
- Cloud Security
- DevSecOps
- Infrastructure as Code
- Container Security
Supervised Work Experience – Weeks 8–15
Following the instructor-led stage, interns will move into eight weeks of supervised practical experience.
This includes:
- 4 weeks working in a SOC Analyst capacity
- 2 weeks of Security Engineering experience
- 2 weeks working on GRC projects
- Capstone presentation
This practical phase is intended to help participants apply what they have learned in professional cybersecurity environments.
Cybersecurity Areas Covered
The programme provides exposure to several important cybersecurity domains, including:
- Security Operations
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Endpoint Security
- Cloud Security
- Identity and Access Management
- Governance, Risk and Compliance
- Data Protection
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Management
- Incident Response
- DevSecOps
- AI Security
- Security Engineering
Eligibility
The Q4 internship is open to Nigerians interested in developing practical cybersecurity experience.
According to the programme information, applicants should:
- Be a graduate or be graduating before 21 September 2026
- Be available to participate physically in Lagos
- Be available to work onsite at least four days per week
- Have a decent and up-to-date LinkedIn profile
- Be able to commit to the 15-week internship
The application information provided also states that applicants should hold at least one of the following cybersecurity certifications or learning credentials:
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
- IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate
- TryHackMe Cybersecurity 101
- Hack The Box Defensive Security Analyst
- Hack The Box Junior Cybersecurity Associate
- CompTIA Security+
Internship Duration
- Duration: 15 weeks
- Start Date: 21 September 2026
- Format: Onsite
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Benefits
Selected interns will receive:
- Paid monthly stipend
- 15 weeks of structured cybersecurity development
- Instructor-led cybersecurity training
- Hands-on experience with real projects
- Daily access to experienced cybersecurity professionals
- Practical SOC Analyst experience
- Exposure to Security Engineering
- Practical GRC project experience
- Mentorship and professional guidance
- Experience across multiple cybersecurity domains
- Opportunity to build practical skills and strengthen their professional credentials
- Career preparation for cybersecurity opportunities in Nigeria and internationally
Available Spaces
Digiss states that it takes at least four interns per quarterly cohort.
Because spaces are limited, the selection process is expected to be competitive.
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: 27 July 2026
- Applications Close: 29 July 2026
- Internship Begins: 21 September 2026
- Duration: 15 weeks
The application window is very short. The additional application notice states that applications may remain available for only 48 hours or until 1,000 applications have been received, whichever happens first.
Interested candidates should therefore apply as early as possible.
Who Should Apply
This internship is particularly suitable for:
- Recent graduates pursuing cybersecurity careers
- Aspiring SOC Analysts
- Entry-level cybersecurity professionals
- Individuals who have completed foundational cybersecurity training but need practical experience
- Candidates interested in Security Engineering
- Aspiring GRC professionals
- Candidates interested in cloud and application security
- Individuals seeking hands-on cybersecurity experience before applying for full-time roles
The programme is especially relevant for candidates who already have foundational cybersecurity knowledge and want to bridge the gap between learning cybersecurity concepts and applying them in professional environments.