Cybersecurity Intern: Learn Defense, GRC & Cloud

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Cybersecurity Intern to learn from experienced professionals, help protect platforms behind the vehicle marketplace, and contribute to securing critical information and tech assets. The role is hybrid with remote options and offers an hourly base pay range of $24.23–$36.35/hour, with potential additional compensation opportunities.

The internship emphasizes hands-on work, mentorship, and exposure to security governance, risk, and compliance, as well as support for

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a related degree program (e.g., IT with cybersecurity concentration).
• Growth mindset and passion for cybersecurity.
• Creative problem solving and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Cyber Defense: improve security operations and threat detection.
• Assist with Governance, Risk and Compliance programs; onboard suppliers securely.
• Review applications for security and privacy risks; contribute to cloud security.
• Help with security architecture and zero-trust concepts; enable least-privilege access.
• Conduct cybersecurity research and document current/future-state processes.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Education

Information Technology with Cybersecurity concentration

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Cox Automotive is seeking a Cybersecurity Intern to learn from experienced professionals, help protect platforms behind the vehicle marketplace, and contribute to securing critical information and tech assets. The role is hybrid with remote options and offers an hourly base pay range of $24.23–$36.35/hour, with potential additional compensation opportunities.

The internship emphasizes hands-on work, mentorship, and exposure to security governance, risk, and compliance, as well as support for