Cyber Security Intern: Real-World Ops & Analytics

Builders FirstSource; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Irving, Texas, invites applications for a Cyber Security Intern to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects, supporting security operations and metrics development.

You will work under supervision, assist with security hardening, data gathering and reporting, and present final project findings. Ideal candidates are pursuing a related Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a keen desire to learn.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, IT, CS, or IS.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Junior or Senior level preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in Cyber Security.
• Strong desire to learn and develop technical and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various projects in support of the Cyber Security department.
• Support cybersecurity hardening initiatives designed to strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Gather, organize, analyze, and report data related to cybersecurity metrics, KPIs, and initiatives.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project goals and security-related business objectives.
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
• Assist with documentation, process improvement efforts, and security-related reporting.
• Prepare and deliver a final presentation summarizing project accomplishments, findings, recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Gain exposure to real-world cybersecurity operations and enterprise security frameworks.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security / IT / CS / IS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Builders FirstSource in Irving, Texas, invites applications for a Cyber Security Intern to gain hands-on experience through real-world projects, supporting security operations and metrics development.

You will work under supervision, assist with security hardening, data gathering and reporting, and present final project findings. Ideal candidates are pursuing a related Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a keen desire to learn.