Remote Cybersecurity Analyst Intern – Part-Time

CAI; Montpelier (VT); Remote; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

CAI in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Intern to participate in a structured internship focused on security operations, vulnerability management, threat analysis, incident response, system hardening, and governance, risk, and compliance activities in a remote, part-time setting.

You will work with assigned mentors, complete weekly deliverables, and develop a capstone security program summary for client leadership, leveraging an isolated AWS training environment accessed via a

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or recent completion of a cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related program.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking, OS, and best practices.
• Strong written communication with professional reporting ability.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Reliable computer and internet connection.
• Ability to complete weekly assignments on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform asset inventory and establish a security baseline for a simulated client network.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and document findings, risks, and remediation.
• Analyze attack vectors and cyber threats affecting the simulated environment.
• Implement documented system-hardening activities in a controlled environment.
• Participate in incident response exercises and create detailed reports.
• Execute security operations tasks including alert triage and monitoring.
• Assist with governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, drafting security policies and risk docs.
• Develop and present a capstone security program summary for client leadership.
• Attend daily standups and produce weekly written deliverables.
• Leverage mentor guidance to meet weekly learning objectives.
• Work within an isolated AWS-based training environment via web browser.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Networking concepts

Operating systems

Technical writing

Analytical problem-solving

Remote work

Task management

Education

Cybersecurity-related degree/training

Related IT/CS degree

Tools

AWS

Vulnerability assessment tools

SIEM

Security monitoring platforms

Job description

CAI in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Intern to participate in a structured internship focused on security operations, vulnerability management, threat analysis, incident response, system hardening, and governance, risk, and compliance activities in a remote, part-time setting.

You will work with assigned mentors, complete weekly deliverables, and develop a capstone security program summary for client leadership, leveraging an isolated AWS training environment accessed via a