Security Operations Internship

Internship Overview 

The Security Operations Intern will support the organization’s cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance initiatives through security monitoring, documentation, and operational support activities. Working with Information Security and IT team members, the intern will gain hands-on experience in security operations, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), while learning how security controls and processes help protect business systems and data. 

What the Intern Will Do 

•  Assist with security monitoring, alert triage, and incident documentation. 

•  Support vulnerability management activities, including tracking remediation efforts. 

•  Assist with compliance initiatives, including policy reviews, evidence collection, audits, and assessments. 

•  Help maintain security documentation, policies, standards, and procedures. 

•  Participate in risk assessments, security reviews, access reviews, and security control validation. 

•  Support security awareness, training initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts. 

•  Collaborate with IT Operations to support security best practices. 

Other duties as required: Job may require fulfilling other incidental or related duties as assigned, assisting and training others, and performing duties of higher-rated positions from time to time for developmental purposes. 

Ideal Student Profile 

This opportunity is well suited for a curious, dependable student who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, analyzing information, and helping protect systems and data. 

Education 

•  Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 

•  Currently in the third year or later at an accredited college or university. 

•  Coursework in cybersecurity, networking, information systems, risk management, or a related area is preferred. 

Relevant Experience 

Prior professional experience is not required. Relevant coursework, class projects, student organizations, volunteer work, internships, or other experiences that demonstrate analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, technical aptitude, or documentation skills will be considered. An interest in cybersecurity, information security, security operations, risk management, or compliance is helpful but not required. 

Skills & Qualifications 

•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

•  Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. 

•  Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly and maintain confidentiality. 

•  Clear written and verbal communication. 

•  Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and security concepts. 

•  Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including access controls, risk management, and vulnerabilities. 

•  Interest in cybersecurity, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), or security operations. 

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 - 10-20 hours per week