Remote Cybersecurity Intern — Cloud Security & IAM

Lyric; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyric is seeking an Information Security Intern to join its Security team for a 12-week program designed for students who have completed their third year in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related fields. This internship offers hands-on exposure to cloud security, IAM, endpoint security, SIEM, vulnerability management, and security automation in a healthcare tech context.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you will contribute to meaningful projects, learn how

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• Expected to have completed the third year of undergraduate study prior to the start of the internship
• Academic coursework or demonstrated foundational knowledge in information security or cybersecurity
• Foundational understanding of computer networks, operating systems, applications, and general information technology concepts
• Familiarity through coursework, labs, projects, or independent learning with fundamental cybersecurity concepts such as authentication and access control, network security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, cloud security, data protection, common cybersecurity threats and attack methods
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in investigating technical problems
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and document work effectively
• Demonstrated curiosity and interest in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and continuous learning
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• No prior professional cybersecurity or information security work experience required

Responsibilities

• Support the Security team in monitoring and maintaining security controls across AWS, Microsoft Azure, corporate networks, and endpoints
• Assist with security information and event management (SIEM) activities, including reviewing security events, analyzing logs, documenting findings, and learning how security detections are developed and tuned
• Gain exposure to endpoint detection and response (EDR) technologies and assist with endpoint security monitoring, policy reviews, and security investigations
• Support identity and access management (IAM) activities involving concepts such as single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access, privileged access, and identity lifecycle management
• Assist Security team members with reviewing and investigating potential security alerts and documenting findings and recommended next steps
• Participate in the vulnerability management lifecycle, including reviewing vulnerability scan results, understanding risk prioritization, tracking remediation activities, and working with technology teams
• Assist with documenting security standards, procedures, technical controls, and response runbooks
• Learn how security configuration standards and frameworks are applied to cloud infrastructure, operating systems, networks, and applications
• Participate in security projects involving areas such as cloud security, data protection, threat detection, security automation, and vulnerability management
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and security practices and share findings with the Security team
• Develop an understanding of security considerations unique to healthcare technology and regulated environments
• Complete a defined internship project that addresses a real security opportunity or challenge and present findings and recommendations to Security and Technology leadership at the conclusion of the internship

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Networking basics

Security fundamentals

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

SIEM

EDR

IAM

Job description

Lyric is seeking an Information Security Intern to join its Security team for a 12-week program designed for students who have completed their third year in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related fields. This internship offers hands-on exposure to cloud security, IAM, endpoint security, SIEM, vulnerability management, and security automation in a healthcare tech context.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you will contribute to meaningful projects, learn how