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Sparksoft Corporation

Cyber Security Intern

Sparksoft Corporation

. Assist with security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response activities .

Posted 5/5/2026internshipColumbia • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Assist with security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response activities
  • Support vulnerability assessments, security audits, and compliance reviews
  • Help maintain and update security documentation, policies, and procedures
  • Participate in security tool configuration and maintenance (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection)
  • Conduct research on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices
  • Assist with security awareness initiatives and training materials
  • Support identity and access management (IAM) processes and user access reviews
  • Collaborate with IT and development teams to promote secure coding and system hardening practices

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies
  • Awareness of current and emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and defense strategies
  • Basic understanding of networks, operating systems, and information security concepts
  • Ability to troubleshoot technical security issues and think critically about risk
  • Strong learning agility and eagerness to develop cybersecurity expertise
  • Self-motivated problem solver with attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Good judgment and ability to work effectively within a high-performing security team
  • Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls)
  • Experience with security tools or platforms (e.g., SIEM, vulnerability scanners, antivirus/EDR)
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash)
  • Exposure to cloud security concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Understanding of compliance requirements (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP, HIPAA)
  • Currently enrolled college student or recent college graduate
  • Cybersecurity-related certifications (e.g., Security+, CEH, CySA+) are a plus but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
  • Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
  • Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
  • Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
  • Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
  • A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture—recognized as a Great Place to Work®

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Hard Skills & Tools
cybersecurity principlesthreat detectionincident responsevulnerability assessmentssecurity auditssecure codingsystem hardeningscriptingnetworkingoperating systems
Soft Skills
problem solvingattention to detailtime managementcritical thinkinglearning agilitygood judgmentself-motivatedcollaborationprioritizationcommunication
Certifications
Security+CEHCySA+