Cyber Security Intern 2027

Devon Energy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Energy offers a cybersecurity internship that provides exposure to multiple domains of information security and real-world challenges. Interns will learn and apply security principles through team and individual project assignments, with mentorship from experienced professionals.

The program emphasizes collaboration across Devon, exposure to cloud security, incident response, risk management, and governance, and aims to prepare interns for potential full-time opportunities within the

Qualifications

• Full-time student enrollment.
• Pursuing a degree in information security, information technology, management information systems, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Digital Security team members and business stakeholders to understand security requirements, risks, and objectives.
• Analyze security problems, gather requirements, and help determine and implement solutions.
• Support Information Assurance activities - assessing controls, policies, and compliance.
• Assist with Incident Response - monitoring, triage, investigation, and documentation of security events.
• Contribute to Risk Management - identifying, assessing, and helping track and remediate risks.

Skills

InfoSec basics

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Digital literacy

Education

Pursuing Bachelors in information security/compsci

Job description

At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today's greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.

We are seeking motivated and curious interns to join our Digital Security team for a focused internship in cybersecurity. This program provides exposure to multiple domains of information security, real-world security challenges, and collaboration with experienced professionals across Devon. Interns will learn and apply Digital Security principles and workplace practices through a combination of team and individual project assignments - analyzing problems, gathering requirements, and helping determine and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Digital Security team members and business stakeholders to understand security requirements, risks, and objectives.
• Analyze security problems, gather requirements, and help determine and implement solutions.
• Support Information Assurance activities - assessing controls, policies, and compliance.
• Assist with Incident Response - monitoring, triage, investigation, and documentation of security events.
• Contribute to Risk Management - identifying, assessing, and helping track and remediate risks.
• Support Cloud Security efforts across Devon's cloud environments.
• Assist with Threat Intelligence - researching threats, indicators, and emerging attack trends.
• Participate in team meetings and cross-functional projects to gain exposure to security operations and technology strategies.
• Learn and apply best practices in security operations, data protection, and governance.
• Stay current with emerging security technologies and threat trends through active learning and professional development

Technology Exposure

• Information Assurance
• Incident Response
• Risk Management
• Cloud Security
• Threat Intelligence

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Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of information security concepts and principles.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to analyze problems, gather requirements, and implement solutions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in cybersecurity and technology-driven solutions.
• Willingness to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Digital literacy and attention to detail.

What You'll Gain

• Diversified, hands-on experience across multiple domains of information security.
• Mentorship from experienced security professionals, with training materials and resources readily available.
• Exposure to the oil and gas industry, including a visit to an active field site.
• Meaningful project work that yields real value to Devon.
• Technical and professional development, and a pathway toward full-time opportunities - Devon uses its internship program as a tool for staffing full-time positions, giving both you and the company a chance to evaluate the fit

Requirements

Full-time student enrollment.

Pursuing a degree in information security, information technology, management information systems, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.

GPA 3.0 or higher.

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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