Cybersecurity Internship: Hands-On Mentorship (Summer)

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Lyons (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc. invites you to join its IT Cyber Security Internship in North Carolina. You will work with seasoned professionals on threat detection, incident response, and security assessments while applying classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.

You will gain practical skills, participate in security policy development, and contribute to protecting vital information, all within a collaborative, beginner-friendly team environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols.
• Understanding of basic security principles and practices.
• Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.).
• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, antivirus, and SIEM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Able to work full-time 40 hours per week during the summer (May-August), hourly pay.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring network security and analyze security incidents.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and remediation.
• Help maintain and improve the security posture of existing systems.
• Support the creation and updating of security documentation and policies.
• Conduct research on emerging security technologies and trends.
• Engage in cybersecurity awareness training initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members to respond to security alerts and incidents.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Pursuing Cybersecurity/CS degree

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Windows OS

Linux OS

Job description

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc. invites you to join its IT Cyber Security Internship in North Carolina. You will work with seasoned professionals on threat detection, incident response, and security assessments while applying classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.

You will gain practical skills, participate in security policy development, and contribute to protecting vital information, all within a collaborative, beginner-friendly team environment.