Cyber Security Internship

Colorado Springs Utilities•Colorado Springs, CO

31d•Onsite

About The Position

At Colorado Springs Utilities, providing insight to the inner workings of the high performing cybersecurity team offers a unique opportunity for college students to learn about the different facets available in a cybersecurity profession. The learning experiences acquired while working side by side cybersecurity professionals offers a well-balanced introduction into our industry and to our business. A Cybersecurity Internship offers the following learning opportunities: Training and hands-on experience in enterprise cybersecurity processes, critical thinking, and monitoring / response activities Exposure to program management skills (tools, follow-through, reporting, etc.) to ensure careful processes and standards are followed in program implementation Opportunities according to aptitude and enthusiasm to explore further controls analysis and specialties within the cybersecurity realm In this position, the Intern will learn the facets of the Cybersecurity Program, policies, and requirements for a wide variety of systems supporting Colorado Springs Utilities customers, operations, and service delivery. The Intern will provide input and improvement recommendations based on analysis, research, and experience. The Intern will have the opportunity to engage with many employees throughout the organization on security practices, common mitigations, and use critical thinking skills to work through different scenarios and potential vulnerabilities.

Requirements

Candidates MUST be enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associates/Bachelors/Masters) and be able to provide documentation if requested.
Certification programs do not qualify.

Responsibilities

Support security tool system administration by providing input on tuning to reduce false positives and to reduce alert fatigue
Assisting with the identification, communication, and remediation of vulnerabilities in the operational technology environment
Supporting regulatory compliance efforts through the collection of cybersecurity evidence
Perform preliminary phishing case investigation and escalate to senior analysts as needed
Assist with real-time monitoring of security events and reviewing alerts in the SIEM
Perform documentation reviews to identify outdated information or gaps
Assist with internal risk management activities such as exception requests, policies, and training content
Conduct reviews of potential suppliers and products to inform organizational suitability
Review and enrich access control change requests to assist with risk identification
Other duties and projects as assigned

Benefits

Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs