Intern Cybersecurity Engineer

Managed Services; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Exposure to a professional cybersecurity environment

Pathway to potential full-time opportunities

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is offering an internship opportunity in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As a cybersecurity intern, you will assist in monitoring security events, support vulnerability assessments, and collaborate with IT teams. The position requires a candidate currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, with a strong eagerness to learn. This internship offers real-world experience and a potential pathway to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals, firewalls, and common security protocols.
• Basic understanding of security tools (e.g., SIEM, antivirus, endpoint protection).
• Basic understanding of security tools such as SIEM, antivirus, and EDR.
• Internship duration of at least 4 months.
• Eagerness to learn and passion for cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events and alerts.
• Support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing efforts.
• Help investigate security incidents and document findings.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams on policy enforcement.
• Research emerging threats and industry best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Eagerness to learn

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

SIEM

Antivirus

Endpoint protection

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SIEM

Antivirus

Endpoint protection

Job description

Are you passionate about protecting digital assets and combating cyber threats?
Join our dynamic cybersecurity team as an intern and gain hands-on experience in one of the most critical and fast-evolving fields in technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events and alerts.
• Support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing efforts.
• Help investigate security incidents and document findings.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams on policy enforcement and risk mitigation.
• Research emerging threats, attack vectors, and industry best practices.

What You’ll Gain:

• Real-world experience with industry tools and practices.
• Exposure to a professional cybersecurity environment.
• Mentorship from experienced security professionals.
• A pathway to potential full-time opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals, firewalls, and common security protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of security tools (e.g., SIEM, antivirus, endpoint protection).
• Eagerness to learn and a passion for cybersecurity.
• Internship duration minimum 4 Months.