Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

CAI; Jackson (MS); A distancia; USD 23.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Part-time internship

Descripción de la vacante

CAI is seeking a motivated Cybersecurity Analyst Intern to join a structured internship program focused on security operations, vulnerability management, threat analysis, incident response, system hardening, and governance, risk, and compliance activities within a simulated client environment. This position will be Part-Time and Remote.

Only work authorizations that do not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.

Formación

• Enrollment in or recent completion of a cybersecurity-related degree or certificate program.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and networking concepts.
• Strong written communication for professional reports and documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform asset inventory and establish a security baseline in a simulated network.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and document risks and remediation steps.
• Analyze attack vectors and threats affecting the simulated environment.
• Implement approved system hardening within a controlled setup.
• Participate in incident response exercises and create incident reports.
• Support security operations, including alert triage and monitoring tuning.
• Assist with governance, risk, and compliance initiatives and policy drafting.
• Develop and present a capstone security program summary to leadership.
• Attend daily standups and complete weekly written deliverables.
• Collaborate with mentors to meet weekly learning objectives.
• Work in an isolated AWS-based training environment via web browser.

Conocimientos

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Educación

Enrollment in Cybersecurity/IT/CS program

Herramientas

AWS familiarity

Vulnerability tools

Descripción del empleo

Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Req number:

R8748

Employment type:

Part time

Worksite flexibility:

Remote

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right- whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Cybersecurity Analyst Intern ready to take us to the next level! If you have cybersecurity fundamentals, strong analytical skills, and technical writing experience and are looking for your next career move,

Job Description

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst Intern to participate in a structured cybersecurity internship program focused on security operations, vulnerability management, threat analysis, incident response, system hardening, and governance, risk, and compliance activities within a simulated client environment. This position will be Part-Time and Remote .

Only work authorizations that will not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.

What You'll Do

• Perform asset inventory activities and establish a security baseline for a simulated client network




• Conduct vulnerability assessments and document findings, risks, and remediation recommendations




• Analyze attack vectors and cybersecurity threats impacting the simulated client environment




• Implement and document approved system hardening activities within a controlled environment




• Participate in incident response exercises and create detailed incident reports




• Perform security operations activities, including alert triage and monitoring system tuning




• Assist with governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including drafting security policies and risk documentation




• Develop and present a capstone security program summary for client leadership




• Attend daily standups and complete weekly written deliverables




• Incorporate feedback from Elysium Cyber staff into ongoing assignments and deliverables




• Work within an isolated AWS-based training environment accessed through a web browser




• Collaborate with mentors and technical staff to achieve weekly learning objectives

What You'll Need

Required:

• Enrollment in or recent completion of a degree, certificate, or training program in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field




• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking concepts, operating systems, and security best practices




• Strong written communication skills with the ability to create professional reports and technical documentation




• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills




• Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a remote environment




• Reliable computer and internet connection




• Ability to complete weekly assignments and deliverables within established timelines

Preferred:

• Familiarity with AWS cloud concepts and services




• Exposure to vulnerability assessment tools, security monitoring platforms, or SIEM technologies




• Experience with cybersecurity labs, coursework, capture-the-flag competitions, or personal security projects




• Understanding of incident response processes and cybersecurity frameworks




• Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance concepts




• Previous internship, academic project, or hands-on experience related to cybersecurity

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards




• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor




• Must be able to communicate with customers and team members over the phone and in person




• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] or [phone].

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

$20 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will include 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.