Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Buffalo Sabres; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Buffalo Sabres is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Intern to support the protection of digital assets and game-day technology operations. You will work with IT leadership to monitor threats, investigate incidents, and help implement enterprise security practices in a high-availability environment.

The role offers hands-on exposure to SIEM, vulnerability management, and policy development, with on-site work during games and events.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls).
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001) preferred.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and tools.
• Entry-level certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Network+) a plus but not required.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring network traffic, security alerts, and logs.
• Support incident response activities, including triage, investigation, and documentation.
• Help identify, research, and prioritize vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to maintaining security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Analyze potential threats and security incidents.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to ensure secure configurations.
• Stay current on cybersecurity threats and defensive technologies.
• Assist with compliance activities and security reporting.
• Maintains utmost confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Networking basics

Cybersecurity concepts

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity or related

Tools

SIEM tools

Endpoint protection

Vulnerability scanning tools

Job description

The Cybersecurity Analyst Intern will support the protection of the organization’s digital assets, infrastructure, and game-day technology operations. Working closely with the Director of Information Technology and IT staff, the intern will gain hands-on experience in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats while learning enterprise cybersecurity practices in a high-availability environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring network traffic, security alerts, and logs using security tools and platforms.
• Support incident response activities, including triage, investigation, and documentation of security events.
• Help identify, research, and prioritize vulnerabilities across systems, applications, and network infrastructure.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry frameworks.
• Participate in the analysis of potential threats, suspicious activity, and security incidents.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to ensure secure configuration and system deployments.
• Stay current on emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and defensive technologies.
• Assist with compliance-related activities and security reporting as needed.
• Maintains upmost confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• Currently enrolled in or recent completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNCs, DHCP, firewalls).
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001), preferred.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, endpoint protection or vulnerability scanning tools, preferred.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, tools, or coursework.
• Entry-level certifications (ex. CompTIA Security+, Network+) are a plus but not required.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong curiosity and passion for cybersecurity.
• Ability to remain focused and composed in time-sensitive situations.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to take initiative.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Compensation:

This is an hourly role that will pay $16.00 per hour. This is a part-time temporary position for the 2026-2027 season.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This role operates in both office and stadium settings, requiring on-site presence during games and events. Live event coverage does consist of being around loud stadium noises and crowds. While performing job duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach, kneel and crouch. Candidate must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Hockey Western New York, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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