Cybersecurity Intern: Incident Response & Defense (12 weeks)

Google

Mountain View (CA)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance
Sick time: 40 hours/year
Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Job summary

Google is seeking a cybersecurity internship candidate for a 12-week program in the United States. The role targets students in CS or Info Security, penultimate year, with proficiency in Python/C++/Go, Linux/macOS/Windows familiarity, and a drive to defend enterprise systems.

Location options include Mountain View and Playa Vista, CA; relocation and US work eligibility required. Responsibilities include advising on security programs, implementing controls, and coordinating with clients to mature

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related technical field.
  • Project, lab, or coursework experience in cybersecurity fundamentals, network protocols, or investigative/incident response environments.
  • Experience with programming or scripting in Python, C/C++, Go, Bash, or SQL.

Responsibilities

  • Learn more about benefits at Google.
  • Provide guidance on building or maturing cybersecurity programs and the implementation of tools and technologies used for enterprise security.
  • Evaluate client needs, coordinate design for a solution, and clearly communicate the value proposition of complex and highly technical subjects.
  • Implement or assess existing security controls.
  • Interface with clients to address concerns, issues, or escalations. Track and drive to close any issues that impact the service and its value to clients.
  • Engage and collaborate with client stakeholders and other groups within customer environment to drive resolution for security issues.

Skills

Python
C/C++
Go
Bash
SQL
Cybersecurity fundamentals

Education

CS/InfoSec degree

Tools

Linux
macOS
Windows

Job description

Google is seeking a cybersecurity internship candidate for a 12-week program in the United States. The role targets students in CS or Info Security, penultimate year, with proficiency in Python/C++/Go, Linux/macOS/Windows familiarity, and a drive to defend enterprise systems.

Location options include Mountain View and Playa Vista, CA; relocation and US work eligibility required. Responsibilities include advising on security programs, implementing controls, and coordinating with clients to mature

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