Dynamic Cybersecurity Company Seeking Cybersecurity Intern
The cybersecurity industry is poised to grow by double digits this year. Gain industry experience with InfoDefense in the latest security methods and technology!
This is a hybrid work position, and candidates must live within the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Successful candidates must have a home office environment and Internet connectivity to enable remote work. Interns are not normally required to work elsewhere, except for office days or occasional data center visits.
This is a paid internship providing an hourly non-exempt flexible schedule, but candidates must devote a minimum of 24 hours per week with a maximum of 40 hours per week to successfully complete the program.
Job Description
InfoDefense is seeking a Junior, Senior, or recently graduated cyber security student to join our Cybersecurity Development Program. We are looking for a motivated self-starter that is passionate about cybersecurity with a strong desire to be an integral part of the team. The Cybersecurity Development Program is designed to offer interns business and technical exposure in core elements of the cybersecurity discipline including:
- Network Security (including firewalls and NIDS/NIPS)
- Identity & Access Management (including single sign-on, public key infrastructure, privileged access management)
- Security Information & Event Management
- Endpoint Threat Protection Technologies
- Cyber Incident Response Planning, Training, and Execution
- Governance, Risk and Compliance (including policies, standards, procedures, risk analysis)
- Security Awareness
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Audit and Assessment
- Security Metrics and Reporting
Each cybersecurity intern is expected to participate in industry-related activities and assist the service delivery team with practical tasks.
Qualifications
To be considered for this internship, the candidate must be seeking an associates, bachelor, or master's degree in cybersecurity, computer engineering, or a related discipline, and have had exposure to core information security functions including network and application vulnerability testing, role-based access control (RBAC), security information and event management, and computer incident management. To be successful you must be proficient in Linux and have had exposure to three or more the following security technologies:
- Linux Bash and Python Scripting
- Networking
- Microsoft Windows (including Active Directory)
- Firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and malware protection technology
- Network vulnerability testing
- Encryption Technologies such as IPSEC and SSL
- Network+, CCNA, or Security+ certification (preferred)
- Home office environment and Internet connectivity to enable remote work
- Military service is a plus
Compensation
InfoDefense offers competitive hourly compensation for all hours worked. Health, vision, and other benefits are not offered for internships.
Work Location
This is a hybrid work position, and candidates must live within the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Travel
This is a hybrid work position. Interns are not normally required to travel.
Job Classification
Internship
All candidates are required to submit to background checks prior to beginning work.
About InfoDefense
A turn-key cybersecurity solutions provider, InfoDefense provides best-in-class solutions to organizations within highly regulated industries such as aerospace & defense, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, financial services, and government since 2001. With a focus on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) readiness and assessment services, InfoDefense is poised to grow exponentially this year.
InfoDefense is an equal opportunity employer and is headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in cybersecurity, computer engineering, or a related discipline
- Exposure to network and application vulnerability testing
- Exposure to role-based access control (RBAC)
- Exposure to security information and event management (SIEM)
- Exposure to computer incident management
- Proficiency in Linux
- Exposure to at least three security technologies, including scripting, networking, Windows/Active Directory, firewalls, IPS, malware protection, vulnerability testing, or encryption technologies
- Home office environment and reliable Internet connectivity
- Network+, CCNA, or Security+ certification
- Military service
What We Do
Our success is a direct reflection of our customer's success. InfoDefense is a full-service Information Security Solutions provider with the goal of developing a long-term partnership with each customer. We help our customers mitigate the growing risk to critical information and ultimately enable them to focus on growing their business. We offer both managed and professional services to organizations in various industries, with a focus on aerospace & defense, manufacturing, high-tech, financial services, retail, and healthcare. Our team includes industry-recognized experts like our founder, Kevin Wheeler, who co-authored "IT Auditing - Using Controls To Protect Information Assets." To connect with us for the latest news, upcoming events, and information about products, visit https://infodefense.com and follow us on Twitter @infodefenseinc.
