Cyber Threat Research Intern (Remote - Part-Time)

CAI; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

CAI is seeking an Internet Storm Center Intern to join a remote, part-time internship focused on deploying and operating a DShield honeypot, analyzing attack activity, and documenting observations from real-world threats.

The role emphasizes hands-on cybersecurity work, independent study, and timely reporting through Canvas, with a strong emphasis on Python skills and foundational cybersecurity concepts.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and networking.
• Ability to install, configure, and operate technical systems independently.
• Basic to intermediate Python knowledge and the ability to understand simple scripts.
• Ability to investigate and document technical findings clearly.
• Familiarity with Linux/Ubuntu and Raspberry Pi is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and operate a DShield honeypot during the internship period.
• Monitor and analyze attacks detected by the honeypot.
• Research suspicious activity and investigate indicators associated with observed attacks.
• Create and submit attack observation reports summarizing findings and lessons learned.
• Review internship expectations and submit deliverables through Canvas regularly.
• Work independently while leveraging mentor support when needed.
• Practice effective time management to meet internship deliverables.
• Apply cybersecurity concepts learned to real-world attack analysis.

Skills

Foundational cybersecurity concepts

Networking basics

Python knowledge

Independent work

Documentation skills

Tools

Linux/Ubuntu

Raspberry Pi

Virtual machines (Proxmox, VMware ESXi)

Cloud environments

Python-based security tools

Job description

CAI is seeking an Internet Storm Center Intern to join a remote, part-time internship focused on deploying and operating a DShield honeypot, analyzing attack activity, and documenting observations from real-world threats.

The role emphasizes hands-on cybersecurity work, independent study, and timely reporting through Canvas, with a strong emphasis on Python skills and foundational cybersecurity concepts.