Assignments may include
Learn the role of security architecture within an enterprise cybersecurity program.
Observe security architecture and risk review activities and learn the questions architects ask when evaluating technology.
Learn how to read architecture diagrams and recognize components such as users, systems, networks, integrations, data flows, and security boundaries.
Review existing security reference architecture templates and supporting guidance from the perspective of someone learning to use them.
Research common technology and security architecture patterns and summarize what you learn.
Compare example designs with documented security requirements or reference patterns under the guidance of a security architect.
Help create or improve diagrams, documentation, checklists, summaries, and other reusable security architecture materials.
Discuss observations and questions with cybersecurity and technology team members.
Document assigned work
Communicate technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Develop and deliver a final presentation summarizing your assigned projects, observations, and what you learned during the internship.
What you’ll learn
How security architecture reviews fit into technology projects and risk decisions.
How architects think about identity, networks, applications, cloud services, integrations, data flows, and security controls.
How reference architectures, standards, and reusable patterns can make security reviews more consistent.
How to research unfamiliar technologies, ask better security questions, and communicate findings clearly.
Required Qualifications
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
Completion of introductory coursework in cybersecurity or information security.
Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as networking, identity and access, vulnerabilities, encryption, and security controls.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to research unfamiliar technical topics and communicate findings clearly.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Experience with Microsoft Visio or other Unified Modeling Language Applications (UML)
Experience with conversational products
Security+ or CyberSecurity Certification
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
Desired Qualifications
Additional cybersecurity coursework, labs, personal projects, competitions, previous internships, research, or other hands-on experience.
Familiarity with network, cloud, application, artificial intelligence, or identity security concepts.
Exposure to architecture, system, or network diagrams.
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks or industry security guidance.
Experience with Microsoft Office and diagramming tools.
Curiosity about how complex systems work and how they can be designed more securely.
Working Conditions
This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.
Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night
Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place
Work surface is stable (flat)
Physical Activity/Requirements
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is considered LIGHT work.
OCCASIONAL
FREQUENT
CONSTANT
Lift up to 20 pounds
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching
Lift up to 10 pounds
Standing
Repetitive movements of arms and hands
Sit with back supported
