Cybersecurity Operational Technology Intern, NA

Vantage Data Centers; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Learning opportunities in cybersecurity

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A data center service provider is looking for an OT Cybersecurity Intern in Denver, CO. This internship will provide hands-on experience in protecting operational technology environments. The intern will engage in monitoring security incidents, managing vulnerabilities, and supporting compliance initiatives while collaborating with various teams. Applicants should be enrolled in a relevant degree program and show interest in cybersecurity. This is an excellent opportunity for foundational experience in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or Engineering program.
• Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts and networking principles.
• Demonstrated interest in networking, automation, or industrial systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring cybersecurity alerts and incidents.
• Support vulnerability management activities.
• Contribute to documentation and compliance monitoring.

Skills

Interest in cybersecurity

Basic networking knowledge

Written communication skills

Education

Enrollment in Cybersecurity or related degree

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Cybersecurity Department

The OT Cybersecurity Intern supports the global Cybersecurity team in protecting Vantage Data Centers’ Operational Technology (OT) environments, including industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure. This role provides hands‑on exposure to cybersecurity in a mission‑critical data‑center environment and builds foundational knowledge across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains. The intern will assist with monitoring, documentation, risk analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen security while enabling safe and reliable operations.

Position Overview

This role will be based in Denver, CO, Ashburn, VA or Phoenix, AZ.

The OT Cybersecurity Intern plays a key role in supporting Vantage Data Centers’ global Cybersecurity team by helping protect Operational Technology (OT) environments across mission‑critical data centers. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure, providing foundational experience across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains.

In this role, the intern will assist with monitoring security alerts, supporting vulnerability management, contributing to documentation, and participating in incident review activities. The position also offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, IT, Facilities, and Operations—while contributing to ongoing security improvements and risk‑management initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Support analysis and initial triage of cybersecurity alerts and incidents affecting OT and ISC environments, assisting with impact and severity determination
• Assist with OT vulnerability management activities, including asset tracking, documentation, and remediation coordination
• Support secure deployment of OT‑related cybersecurity hardware, software, and tools at new and existing sites
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of OT cybersecurity documentation, including procedures, standards, job aids, and diagrams
• Assist with monitoring compliance to cybersecurity policies, standards, and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
• Participate in post‑incident reviews and lessons‑learned activities to support continuous improvement
• Collaborate with OT, IT, Engineering, Facilities, and Operations teams to support secure and reliable operations
• Conduct research on cybersecurity solutions and emerging OT security risks and document findings

Learning Objectives

• Develop a working understanding of OT cybersecurity within a global data‑center environment
• Gain exposure to real‑world cybersecurity operations, incident response, and risk management for critical infrastructure
• Understand how cybersecurity enables safe, reliable operations and supports business objectives
• Lead or contribute to a defined cybersecurity project aligned with OT security initiatives and organizational goals

Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in, or recent graduate of, a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, networking, automation, or industrial systems
• Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts and networking principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical concepts clearly

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of OT / ICS environments and the differences between OT, IT, and cybersecurity control models
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST SP 800‑53, NIST SP 800‑82, or ISO 27001
• Experience creating SOPs, job aids, or technical documentation
• Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase overtime as business evolves

Additional Duties

• Handle additional duties as assigned by management

Physical Demands And Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $20-$25/hr.
• We will have 2 intern cohort timeframes to choose from: June 1st, 2026 - August 7th, 2026 and June 22nd, 2026 - August 28th, 2026

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!