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Cybersecurity Scholarships #GrowWithUs2026

Mapfre·Madrid, Spain

What they offer

  • €11,200 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

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About the role

Start building your career at Mapfre!

Are you ready to hack your future (legally, of course)? Through our Young Talent Plan #GrowWithUs2026, we open the door to several cybersecurity scholarships, where you won't just come to "watch" or "learn"—you'll come to create, experiment, and discover what you're capable of.

In a world where technology evolves every day, cybersecurity is essential to ensure safe and reliable environments. Here, you'll be part of an international, collaborative, and agile environment, surrounded by expert professionals.

If you're driven by curiosity and a desire to improve, this is the place for you. This way, you'll be prepared to access real job opportunities once the program ends.

What you'll do

At Mapfre, we want you to find your place in cybersecurity. Depending on the team you join within the Corporate Security Department (CERT, Global SOC, Security Architecture, Ethical Hacking, or Data Protection and AI), you'll learn alongside specialized teams, experience something unique, and take part in some of the following functions:

  • You will support the analysis and investigation of cybersecurity alerts in the CERT.
  • You will be part of the analysis and processing of security data.
  • You will participate in the development of scripts and automation of cybersecurity processes.
  • You will collaborate on hardening and reviewing secure configurations.
  • You will participate in vulnerability management and the preparation of technical reports.
  • You will provide support in reviewing firewall rules and secure communications.
  • You will support ethical hacking, cyber intelligence, and asset inventory activities.
  • You will learn about integrating security controls in development environments.
  • You will be part of the analysis of AI solutions applied to cybersecurity.
  • You will participate in privacy, data protection, regulatory compliance, and responsible AI initiatives.

As the final goal of the scholarship, you will have the opportunity to develop a Cyber Challenge with real impact and value for the department.

What we're looking for

These scholarships cover different areas of cybersecurity. We've gathered a set of skills that could fit into any of them. Don't worry if you don't have them all—each scholarship has a different focus:

  • Students of a degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, or related qualifications. Pursuing a Master's in Cybersecurity and/or Data & AI will be valued.
  • English: B2 level.

Nice to have

  • Technical skills we value:
    • Windows and Linux operating systems.
    • Development and vulnerability management tools such as Tenable.
    • Basic networking concepts, OSI model, TCP/IP, and protocols.
    • Basic programming and scripting knowledge (Python and Bash)
    • Proficiency with the Office suite (Excel 365, Word, and PowerPoint).
    • Interest in cybersecurity, security in development, automation, and AI applied to security.

What you'll get

  • Study Grant: 800 euros gross per month.

How you'll work

  • Format: On-site.
  • Location: Majadahonda/Las Tablas, Madrid
  • Duration: Minimum of 6 months, with the possibility of extending the period for 6 more months.
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Start Date: October 2026.

Technology stack you will learn

During the scholarship, depending on the team you join, you will learn about some of the following technologies, tools, and concepts in real cybersecurity environments:

  • Generative AI, Responsible AI, and risk management.
  • Cloud and AI in Azure, Google Cloud, and AWS.
  • Data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
  • Automation, scripting, and data analysis for cybersecurity (Python, Bash, and Power Automate).
  • Microsoft ecosystem: Copilot, Microsoft 365, Purview, and Copilot Studio.
  • DevSecOps and secure development.
  • Defensive cybersecurity: EDR, SIEM, and incident response.
  • Vulnerability management and security compliance (Tenable).
  • Network security, firewalls, and Zero Trust architectures.
  • Cyber intelligence and threat analysis.
  • Standards and reference frameworks in cybersecurity.

What skills do we value and will you be able to put into practice?

  • Curious mindset, willingness to learn, and teamwork
    You're excited to explore new technologies, ask questions, and discover how to improve every day by collaborating and building solutions with the rest of the team.
  • Clear and respectful communication
    You explain your ideas simply, ask for help when you need it, and always contribute from a place of listening and understanding.
  • Proactivity and initiative
    You don't always wait for instructions: you seek information, propose alternatives, and are willing to try new ways of doing things.
  • Critical thinking and analytical skills
    You like to understand the "why" behind challenges and provide solutions with logic and sound judgment.

And above all: an open mind, enthusiasm, and commitment to the program.

We are diverse, and that makes us unique!

Additional information

All selection processes at Mapfre are conducted under the principle of EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES and NON-DISCRIMINATION, with the candidate's SKILLS and PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL WORTH being the sole criteria for final selection for the position. We create work environments that value diversity and are free from discrimination based on sex, race, ideology, religion, sexual orientation, age, nationality, disability, or any other personal, physical, or social condition.

By applying to this offer, you are informed and consent to the processing by Mapfre of the personal data you have voluntarily provided through this platform. If you provide data of third parties, you guarantee that you have obtained their prior consent to communicate their data and have informed them accordingly. Mapfre, as data controller, will process your data for the sole purpose of managing your participation in selection processes, for which profiles may be created, and automated decisions may be derived from the processing of your data. For the purpose of managing your participation in various selection processes within Mapfre Group companies, subsidiaries, and the Mapfre Foundation, your data may be communicated to these entities and may be subject to international transfers. You can consult additional information about data protection at Mapfre at https://www.mapfre.com/corporativo-es/clausulas/RRHHseleccion.pdf where we indicate how to exercise your rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and data portability regarding your personal data. To learn about more job opportunities, we invite you to visit WORK AT MAPFRE and register on our job portal.

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