Cybersecurity Intern: Threat Defense & Analytics

IBM; Town of Lansing (NY); Hybrid; USD 413,000 - 505,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM is seeking an Intern Cybersecurity Specialist in Lansing for 2027. You’ll work with IBM Consulting professionals to gain hands-on experience protecting critical systems and enabling secure digital operations.

You'll learn across threat detection, monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response while building practical skills in cybersecurity and enterprise consulting. This internship offers mentorship, real projects, and exposure to AI-enabled security tools.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science/Information Systems or related field.
• Interest in cybersecurity, networking, cloud technologies, or digital transformation concepts.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and enterprise technology environments.
• Exposure to security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, identity and access management.
• Demonstrated application of cybersecurity or analytical skills through coursework, internships, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience helping organizations protect critical systems and secure digital operations.
• Develop practical technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills for cybersecurity consulting.
• Assist with threat detection, security monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams while learning enterprise security platforms and cloud technologies.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and professional development to build consulting skills.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Networking fundamentals

Information security

Cloud technologies

Risk management

Digital transformation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

IBM is seeking an Intern Cybersecurity Specialist in Lansing for 2027. You’ll work with IBM Consulting professionals to gain hands-on experience protecting critical systems and enabling secure digital operations.

You'll learn across threat detection, monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response while building practical skills in cybersecurity and enterprise consulting. This internship offers mentorship, real projects, and exposure to AI-enabled security tools.