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EIB Trainee - Group Risk & Compliance Directorate - Information Security Risk Unit - based in Luxembourg

Join to apply for the EIB Trainee - Group Risk & Compliance Directorate - Information Security Risk Unit - based in Luxembourg role at European Investment Bank (EIB).

This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and require regular office presence. The EIB offers you the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and
- cultural environment.

The EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking to recruit for its Group Risk & Compliance Directorate - Office of the Group Chief Compliance Officer (GRC - OCCO) - Group Non-Financial Risk Department (GNFR) - Project Management and Information Security Division (PMI) - Information Security Risk Unit (Info
Sec), at its headquarters in Luxembourg: TRAINEE.

Duration: 5 months (fixed start date: 1st March/April 2026). (With possible extension up to 6 months if required by University).

Eligibility: Only applications from nationals of the Member States of the European Union, as well as citizens from candidate states (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey and Ukraine) can be considered. Candidates whose Erasmus+ programme overlaps with the duration of the traineeship will not be considered. Please limit your applications to a maximum of three traineeship publications; we will only consider and retain the first three applications submitted.

Objective of the traineeship

You will support the operational implementation of the EIB Group's Information Security Risk Assessment process by ensuring the accurate consolidation of assessed applications and their criticality levels in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). You will gain practical experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance while contributing to the enhancement of the EIB Group's Information Security Management System (ISMS) and data governance framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the consolidation of Business Impact Assessments (BIA), Cloud Risk Assessments (CRA), and Residual Risk Assessments into the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
• Ensure that application metadata and classification levels are correctly recorded and aligned with information security policies.
• Assist in maintaining the accuracy and consistency of the CMDB by
  - checking entries against approved risk assessment documentation.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the EIB Group’s Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Gain hands‑on experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance practices.
• Support the development and improvement of the data governance framework within the department.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather and validate information relevant to security assessments and application criticality.
• Participate in documentation and reporting activities related to compliance and risk processes.

Academic Qualifications And Professional Skills

• Final year of studies or university degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Risk Management, or another closely related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with interest in data accuracy and governance.
• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud computing concepts, and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with risk management methodologies or frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc. ) would be an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of standard Microsoft Office tools (in particular Excel for data analysis and Share
  Point for document management).
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Knowledge of French or another EU language would be an advantage.

Competencies

Find out more about EIB core competencies here.

Compliance and Security Commitment

By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorized disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.

Equality and Diversity

We are an equal opportunities employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, disability or neurodiversity.

Applicants with specific needs are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIB Traineeship Recruitment team hr_traineeship_recruitment@eib. org who will ensure that your request is handled.

Your Application May Be Used For Another Campaign

Note that your application may be used for another campaign.

Application Deadline

Deadline for application is on the November 18th, 2025.

More information on our EIB Traineeship Programme and Provisions for In‑service training can be consulted on our EIB website: https://www.eib. org/en/about/careers/categories/traineeship-and-graduate. htm

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Banking