The Role
Eight-week remote cybersecurity internship providing hands-on experience in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessment, security monitoring, malware and network analysis, and technical reporting. Interns use SIEM tools, Wireshark, and vulnerability scanners, participate in simulated incident response exercises, analyze attacks, document findings, and develop defensive security skills with mentor support.
Summary Generated by Built In
This is a remote position.
The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Internship Program at EncryptEdge Labs provides aspiring cybersecurity professionals with a comprehensive, hands-on experience in defensive security. Over eight weeks, interns will engage in practical projects that cover key aspects of cybersecurity analysis, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessment, and security monitoring.
Participants will learn to analyze and defend against cyber threats by utilizing tools for network traffic analysis, malware detection, and vulnerability scanning. The program culminates in a real-world cybersecurity incident simulation, where interns will respond to a simulated attack and prepare a final report demonstrating their analytical and defensive skills. This internship is ideal for those aiming to build a career in cybersecurity defense and risk management.
- Learn and implement cybersecurity analysis techniques, including threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and identify security gaps within networks and systems.
- Utilize security tools to detect malware, intrusions, and network anomalies.
- Respond to simulated cybersecurity incidents, providing a detailed analysis of the attack and countermeasures.
- Write detailed reports on findings, methodologies used, and incident response strategies.
Requirements Core Attributes:
- Passion for cybersecurity, with a strong interest in ethical hacking and security operations.
- Consistency in completing tasks and challenges within specified deadlines.
- Strong documentation skills to clearly present findings and report incidents.
- Good communication skills for collaborating with mentors and peers.
- A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
- Familiarity with Linux commands and general cybersecurity principles is a plus, but not required.
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Basic knowledge of threat detection and vulnerability assessment.
- Understanding of the incident response lifecycle and common attack vectors.
- Familiarity with attack frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools like Splunk, Wazuh, or Graylog for log analysis and incident detection.
- Wireshark for packet analysis and network traffic monitoring.
- Experience with Vulnerability Scanners like Nessus or OpenVAS for identifying security weaknesses.
- Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection.
- Ability to set up and maintain a secure work environment (guidance will be provided).
- Prior coursework or practical experience in cybersecurity and incident response.
- Familiarity with threat intelligence and SIEM tools is a plus.
Benefits
Skills Required
- Passion for cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and security operations
- Ability to consistently complete tasks and challenges within deadlines
- Strong documentation and report-writing skills
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Basic understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems
- Familiarity with Linux commands
- General understanding of cybersecurity principles
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Basic knowledge of threat detection and vulnerability assessment
- Understanding of the incident response lifecycle and common attack vectors
- Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk, Wazuh, or Graylog
- Experience using Wireshark for packet analysis and network traffic monitoring
- Experience using vulnerability scanners such as Nessus or OpenVAS
- Access to a computer and reliable internet connection
- Ability to set up and maintain a secure work environment
- Prior cybersecurity or incident response coursework or practical experience
- Familiarity with threat intelligence and SIEM tools
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The Company
What We Do
EncryptEdge Labs is a cutting-edge cybersecurity company offering comprehensive services such as penetration testing, threat intelligence, incident response, cloud security, and compliance consulting, alongside training and internships.
