IT/OT CyberSecurity Intern

Oceaneering; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering seeks a Cybersecurity Intern to join our IT OT security team in a hybrid role, combining virtual and in-office work. You will monitor systems, review configurations, and assess threats to protect our offshore energy-focused infrastructure.

You’ll gain real-world experience through mentor-guided projects, addressing vulnerabilities, conducting tests, and documenting detections to mitigate future incidents. This paid internship runs during the summer.

Qualifications

• 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student pursuing a degree associated with Cybersecurity.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and IT security applications/tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation or housing assistance is being offered.
• Interested in work experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role.
• Experience in information security or related field.
• Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques.
• Understanding of firewalls, SIEM, antivirus and IDPS concepts.
• Ability to research and identify solution vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them.

Responsibilities

• Document security configurations, events and assess the damage or risk they cause.
• Work with the OT Cyber security team to perform tests and uncover system vulnerabilities and help document
• Request adjustments to detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Stay current on Information Technology (IT) and OT security trends and news.
• Assist in developing company-wide best practices for IT security.
• Perform penetration testing and Vulnerability scanning.
• Help colleagues review security software and understand information security management.

Skills

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Penetration testing

Network security

Threat assessment

IT security tools

Education

Undergraduate in Cybersecurity

GPA ≥ 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIEM

Job description

Job Description

At Oceaneering, we think differently, creatively, and smarter. Join Us!

Who We Are (Company Profile)

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Job Description

At Oceaneering, we think differently, creatively, and smarter. Join Us!

Who We Are (Company Profile)

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Location

• Role provides the opportunity to work in hybrid environment, working both virtually and in office when required.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do (Position Summary)

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Intern to join our team to protect our organization from cyberattacks by monitoring our systems, reviewing and reporting configuration anomalies, and evaluating threats as they arise.

A Cybersecurity Intern’s responsibilities include reviewing computer networks and system deployments for identifying any potential vulnerabilities, requesting the necessary software in order to protect it from unauthorized access, and documenting detections so that future events can be mitigated efficiently.

This Is a Paid Summer Internship Program (early June To Early August). As An Intern With Our IT Cybersecurity Group, You’ll Assist With

• Monitoring computer networks for security issues.
• Investigating security events and other cybersecurity configurations.
• Requesting security measures and operating configurations to protect systems and information infrastructure, including Operating Systems and data management programs.

Your job responsibilities and projects will be based upon your experience and educational background to provide real life application of your classroom knowledge. You’ll work closely with a mentor to ensure your developmental goals are met and that you meet your performance expectations.

This is an exciting opportunity to learn ‘real world’ experience and accelerate your career by working with a leader in the oil and gas, aerospace, and entertainment industries. This intern position focuses on OT Cybersecurity.

Ultimately, you will defend an organization’s computer hardware, software and other systems from theft, loss and other cyberattacks.

Responsibilities

• Document security configurations, events and assess the damage or risk they cause.
• Work with the OT Cyber security team to perform tests and uncover system vulnerabilities and help document
• Request adjustments to detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Stay current on Information Technology (IT) and OT security trends and news.
• Assist in developing company-wide best practices for IT security.
• Perform penetration testing and Vulnerability scanning.
• Help colleagues review security software and understand information security management.

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student at an accredited University, pursuing a degree associated with Cybersecurity.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, IT Security applications and tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation or housing assistance is being offered.
• Interested in work experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role.
• Experience in information security or related field.
• Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques.
• Understanding of firewalls, SIEM, antivirus and IDPS concepts.
• Ability to research and identify solution vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them.

Working Conditions

• Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place
• Work surface is stable (flat)

Physical Activity/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.

This position is considered LIGHT work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

• Lift up to 20 pounds
• Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Standing
• Repetitive movements of arms and hands
• Sit with back supported

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factor.