Cyber Security Co-op (Winter/Spring 2027) - Group 11-10

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 689,000 - 882,000; Part time

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking a Cyber Security Co-op for Winter/Spring 2027 to support monitoring and analysis of network traffic, identify threats, and mitigate cyber security risks in a mission-driven research environment. Qualified candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related fields, with familiarity in networking and security concepts.

The position offers compensation of $25–$32 per hour and requires ability to obtain a DoD

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cyber Security or related field.
• Interest in cyber security operations and protecting enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with basic networking, operating systems, or security concepts.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations within Cyber Security team
• Assist with monitoring and analysis of network traffic and security alerts
• Help identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and anomalous activity
• Contribute to efforts focused on mitigating cyber security risks
• Work collaboratively with cyber security professionals in a mission-driven research environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical writing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Cyber Security or CS

Job description

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Cyber Security Co-op (Winter/Spring 2027) - Group 11-10

Our Cyber Security Team monitors and protects Laboratory research from IT threats. The team operates a security operation center which looks at network traffic to find and eliminate threats from malware, spear fishing, and other attacks against the Lab. The team also looks for any vulnerabilities in our current environment and helps identify and develop solutions to mitigate these risks.

Position Description

Our Cyber Security Team monitors and protects Laboratory research from IT threats. The team operates a security operation center which looks at network traffic to find and eliminate threats from malware, spear fishing, and other attacks against the Lab. The team also looks for any vulnerabilities in our current environment and helps identify and develop solutions to mitigate these risks.

Seeking a qualified co-op candidate to support the Cyber Security Team Winter/Spring 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations within Cyber Security team
• Assist with monitoring and analysis of network traffic and security alerts
• Help identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and anomalous activity
• Contribute to efforts focused on mitigating cyber security risks
• Work collaboratively with cyber security professionals in a mission-driven research environment

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Interest in cyber security operations and protecting enterprise systems
• Familiarity with basic networking, operating systems, or security concepts
• With great attention to detail demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Compensation for 2026 (will be reviewed for 2027)

• Technical Co-Op: $25 – $32 per hour (based on year in school)

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.