Information Security Analyst Intern

Position Summary

The Information Security Analyst Intern will assist the Information Security team in responding to security events, assessing vulnerabilities, and minimizing risks. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience and learning opportunities in the field of information security.

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Assists with tasks under the direction of the Information Security Manager to support security programs and requirements. This includes:
• Support Security Programs:

• Assist with tasks to support various security programs.
• Help develop security documentation and response plans.

• Security Operations:

• Assist in monitoring and troubleshooting security systems.
• Review logs and reports to detect potential security incidents.
• Participate in security incident response and generate reports.

• Threat Intelligence:

• Review threat intelligence sources to identify potential threats.
• Perform basic threat hunts and digital forensics.

• Vulnerability Management:

• Monitor and communicate vulnerability metrics.
• Support business projects by identifying security risks and recommending remediation.

• Vendor Risk Assessments:

• Perform vendor security risk assessments.

• Complies with established CoServ safety and operating rules, procedures and guidelines including reporting unsafe practices to a supervisor.
• Complies with established CoServ Information Security Handbook, policies, procedures, and guidelines including reporting suspected information security incidents to Tech Support.

Secondary Position Responsibilities

• Performs other duties and activities as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Position Requirements

Experience, Education and Certifications Required

• High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalency.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Experience, Education and Certifications Preferred

• Technical Certification in Computer Technology, Networking, or Security.
• Hands-on information security-related experience with computers, networks, or software technology.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Must be able to take direction, work independently, manage multiple projects and tasks, and effectively communicate requirements.
• Must have an Analyst mindset with the ability to methodically review reports, logs, security events and respond appropriately.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent grammar, composition, and communication skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office software (Word, Sharepoint, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Access).

Skills and Abilities Preferred

• Experience with Penetration Testing with various Platforms such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, etc.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or JavaScript.
• Experience with PowerShell.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to generate reports using Excel, PowerBI, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Operates office equipment such as a computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.
• Indoor, office environment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching.

Other Requirements

• Works extended hours as needed or directed.
• Must be able to respond to security incidents during off hours as needed.