Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other monitoring tools.
Analyze and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attempts, and unauthorized access.
Triage and prioritize alerts based on severity and potential impact.
Conduct initial investigations and document findings in incident tracking systems.
Collaborate with internal teams to contain and remediate security threats.
Perform root cause analysis and recommend improvements to prevent recurrence.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident response playbooks.
Assist in threat intelligence gathering and correlation with internal events.
Participate in security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance efforts.
Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and threat actor tactics.

Requirements

Current student pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Foundational understanding of networking, operating systems, and security principles
Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel), endpoint security, or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Ability to follow structured processes and communicate findings effectively
Curiosity, drive, and a strong desire to learn and grow in the cybersecurity field.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills

security incident analysismalware analysisphishing responseroot cause analysisvulnerability assessmentincident trackingthreat intelligencenetworking principlesoperating systemssecurity principles

Soft skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsdocumentation skillscommunication skillscuriositydrivedesire to learncollaborationprioritizationstructured process adherence