Cybersecurity Intern: Hands-On Defense & Security Ops

CO-US DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP eligibility from day one

Employee ownership culture

Company paid parental leave

Generous time off package

Multiple benefit plans

Work-life balance focus

Job summary

DMA is seeking a cybersecurity intern to support the IT and cybersecurity team in implementing and maintaining security measures across the organization. This role offers hands-on experience in defending against evolving cyber threats within a corporate setting.

You will assist with daily security operations, participate in projects, and help ensure the organization’s systems remain secure and resilient while learning from experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices
• Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and cloud identity solutions (preferred)
• Interest in account management, password policies, and access control principles
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, maintaining, and upgrading security measures, policies, and controls under supervision
• Support vulnerability management processes, including tracking and documenting remediation efforts
• Help analyze security incidents and participate in root cause investigations
• Contribute to the implementation of security tools and processes
• Assist in monitoring the organization’s security posture and identifying potential vulnerabilities
• Support network security controls (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and endpoint protection systems
• Participate in efforts to counter security breaches and reduce future risks
• Support corporate identity solutions, including Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
• Help implement and maintain identity protection tools
• Contribute to the Security Awareness Training program
• Assist with SIEM system monitoring. Help write reports and provide insights on security policies and incident responses Perform analysis of security events and logs

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

DMA is seeking a cybersecurity intern to support the IT and cybersecurity team in implementing and maintaining security measures across the organization. This role offers hands-on experience in defending against evolving cyber threats within a corporate setting.

You will assist with daily security operations, participate in projects, and help ensure the organization’s systems remain secure and resilient while learning from experienced professionals.