Cyber Security Intern

Winsupply

Cyber Security Intern

National
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Internship Summary

    The Winsupply Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to build valuable skills through immersive classroom learning, off-site training, and a collaborative capstone project. The program is structured to promote professional development by offering mentorship, meaningful networking opportunities, and hands-on experience in real-world projects. Participants will not only develop their careers but also make a significant impact within the Winsupply organization, contributing to innovative solutions and long-term success.

    Position Summary
    We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Security Analyst Intern to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will have foundational knowledge of information security, information systems, packet analysis, and data loss prevention. As an intern, you will support the team in protecting and defending against computer and network intrusions, identifying vulnerabilities, and participating in incident response and remediation activities. This role offers hands-on experience with advanced cybersecurity techniques, tools, and trends while working in a collaborative environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Assist in identifying and investigating computer and network intrusions.

    • Provide basic support for incident response and remediation.

    • Perform computer surveillance and monitoring to detect vulnerabilities.

    • Assist with audits of information security infrastructure.

    • Support forensic services, including evidence seizure and analysis.

    • Learn and use open-source and commercial computer exploitation tools and techniques.

    • Stay informed about cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and global security trends.

    • Act as a liaison between Information Security, Legal, HR, and Audit teams during security incidents.

    • Participate in the on-call rotation and provide first-level incident resolution.

    Competencies for Success

    • Communication Skills
    • Proactiveness
    • Adaptability
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
    • Problem solving
    • Networking skills
    • Self-motivation
    • Willingness to learn
    • Critical thinking
    • Integrity
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, either at the undergraduate or master’s level.
    • One semester post-graduation

    Additional Information

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

    • Sitting for extended periods of time.
    • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.
    • Occasional travel to interact with local companies, regional offices and/or support implementation of solutions.

    We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.