Cyber Security Intern

Exalta Group • Marquette, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Intern will support enterprise information security operations during a summer internship, reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The role provides hands-on exposure to Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, cybersecurity tooling, and global security initiatives. The intern will assist with monitoring and alert review, participate in cybersecurity tool implementation projects, and collaborate with international teams in France and Malaysia.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts (e.g., phishing, malware, endpoint security, security alerts)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow defined processes
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with SOC tools, SIEM platforms, or security monitoring dashboards
• Exposure to log analysis, security alerting, or threat detection concepts
• Experience working on technical or IT-related projects
• Interest in global cybersecurity operations and cross‑regional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor security alerts and events within the SOC monitoring portal
• Perform initial alert triage, identify false positives, and escalate potential security incidents per documented procedures
• Document findings and actions accurately within security tracking and ticketing systems
• Support cybersecurity tool implementation and enhancement projects (e.g., deployment support, validation, documentation, testing)
• Assist with log review and security data analysis across endpoint, network, and cloud security tools
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT stakeholders, including teams based in France and Malaysia, to support global security initiatives
• Participate in security operations reviews, project meetings, and mentoring sessions with the CISO
• Adhere strictly to security policies, confidentiality requirements, and data protection standards

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree