Cyber Security - 2027 Summer Internship (Chicago Hybrid)

Motorola Solutions • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Motorola Solutions is seeking enthusiastic and creative individuals with a passion for learning to join our IT organization as Cyber Security Interns for the Summer of 2027. This role is critical in driving extraordinary business results through innovative thinking and integrity. Interns will partner with business areas, bringing creative solutions to complex problems and embracing change. The internship offers a chance to connect with a career that matters and contribute to building a safer future.

Requirements

• Analytical mindset and a can-do approach to problem-solving
• Hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) such as Elastic Stack or Splunk
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, iOS, and virtual environments
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, HTTP protocols; Tools: TCPDump, Wireshark, Nmap)
• Forensic knowledge (FTK, Autopsy, Volatility)
• Endpoint Detection knowledge (Wazuh, Velociraptor, OSSEC, OSQuery, OpenEDR)
• Experience with network-based intrusion detection (IDS/IPS - SNORT or Suricata)
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
• Ability to program and write scripts (Python, Java, Go, or any other modern language)
• Proactive approach and enthusiasm for problem identification and solving
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
• A strong appetite for continuous learning
• Great verbal and written skills, and a willingness to apply them to documentation
• High School Diploma is required
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree with a graduation date of May 2028 or later
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Training or certifications (CompTIA Network+, Security+)
• Experience or training with AI or LLM

Responsibilities

• Review logs to identify unusual behavior in networks and devices
• Understand email protection, investigations (analyze email headers), and protocols (IMAP, SMTP, POP3)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED