Cybersecurity Intern

ProPetro; United States; Presencial; USD 25.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Cybersecurity Intern at ProPetro supports the IT security team under the Information Security Manager, gaining hands-on experience in security assessments, vulnerability tracking, documentation, and security awareness.

You'll assist with risk assessments, track fixes, review policies, and help with incident response and disaster recovery exercises, while ensuring compliance with safety and PPE requirements in the work environment.

Formación

• Pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related field.
• No prior work experience required; coursework or certs (e.g., CompTIA Security+) are a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, and networking.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Track and document vulnerability fixes.
• Review and update security policies and procedures.
• Support incident response and disaster recovery exercises.
• Resolve IT support tickets related to user access and cybersecurity.
• Research security threats and trends and share findings with the team.
• Create security awareness content for employees.
• Report potential security concerns to the Information Security team.
• Maintain compliance with HSE by attending required training and PPE usage.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Eagerness to learn

Confidential information handling

Educación

Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

Windows

Microsoft 365

Networking

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Cybersecurity Intern supports ProPetro's IT security team while gaining hands-on experience. Working under the Information Security Manager, and together with a Cybersecurity Analyst, the Intern helps with security assessments, vulnerability tracking, documentation, and security awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist with risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Help track and document vulnerability fixes.
• Help review and update security policies and procedures.
• Support incident response and disaster recovery exercises.
• Work to resolve IT support tickets related to user access and cybersecurity.
• Research security threats and trends and share findings with the team.
• Help with security awareness content for employees.
• Report potential security concerns to the Information Security team.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• No prior work experience required; cybersecurity coursework, labs, or certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+) are a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, and networking.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Wait: line must end with
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• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.

ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ProPetro Services is a leading oilfield services company focused on best-in-class completions services including Hydraulic Fracturing, Cementing, and Wireline.