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Dynamic Cybersecurity Company Seeking Cyber Security Intern
The cybersecurity industry is poised to grow by double digits this year. Gain industry experience with InfoDefense in the latest security methods and technology!
Cybersecurity Internship Description
InfoDefense Is Seeking Junior, Senior, Or Recently Graduated Cyber Security Students To Join Our Fall 2025 Three-month Service Delivery Internship. The Cybersecurity Internship Is Designed To Offer Interns Business And Technical Exposure In Core Elements Of The Cybersecurity Service Delivery Discipline Including
Network Security (including firewalls and NIDS/NIPS)
Identity & Access Management (including single sign-on, public key infrastructure, privileged access management)
Security Information & Event Management
Endpoint Threat Protection Technologies
Cyber Incident Response Planning, Training, and Execution
Governance, Risk and Compliance (including policies, standards, procedures, risk analysis)
Security Awareness
Vulnerability Management
Security Audit and Assessment
Security Metrics and Reporting
Each cybersecurity intern is expected to participate in industry-related activities and assist the service delivery team with practical tasks.
This internship provides a flexible schedule, but candidates must devote approximately 24 hours per week to successfully complete the program.
Qualifications
To be considered for this internship, the candidate must be seeking an associates, bachelor, or master's degree in cybersecurity, computer engineering, or a related discipline, and have had exposure to core information security functions including network and application vulnerability testing, role-based access control (RBAC), security information and event management, and computer incident management. To be successful you must be proficient in Linux and have had exposure to three or more the following security technologies:
Linux Bash and Python Scripting
Networking
Microsoft Windows (including Active Directory)
Firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and malware protection technology
Network vulnerability testing
Encryption Technologies such as IPSEC and SSL
Network+, CCNA, or Security+ certification (preferred)
Home office environment and Internet connectivity to enable remote work
Military service is a plus
Compensation
InfoDefense offers competitive hourly compensation for all hours worked. Health, vision, and other benefits are not offered for internships.
Work Location
This is a hybrid work position, and candidates must live within the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Travel
This is a hybrid work position. Interns are not normally required to travel.
Job Classification
Internship
All candidates are required to submit to background checks prior to beginning work.
About InfoDefense
A turn-key cybersecurity solutions provider, InfoDefense provides best-in-class solutions to organizations within highly regulated industries such as aerospace & defense, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, financial services, and government since 2001. With a focus on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) readiness and assessment services, InfoDefense is poised to grow exponentially this year.
InfoDefense is an equal opportunity employer and is headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Computer and Network Security
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