V - Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Penn Entertainment•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions. The Cybersecurity Analyst Intern participates in a 12-week program designed to develop aspiring cybersecurity professionals through hands-on experience implementing security controls, cybersecurity frameworks, and critical infrastructure protection. This role bridges the gap between academic learning and enterprise security operations, allowing interns to contribute meaningfully to PROENERGY's mission of protecting critical power generation assets through defense-in-depth methodologies and industry-standard security practices.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Completed at least two years of coursework or equivalent experience.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred).
Foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching).
Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux).
Familiarity with security concepts (CIA triad, authentication, authorization, encryption).
Understanding of basic security principles and best practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
Ability to obtain supervised access to critical infrastructure systems.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security protocols.
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Interest in or experience with scripting/programming languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
Exposure to security tools or platforms (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, EDR).
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001).
Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Security certifications (Security+, Network+, or equivalent).
Previous internship or hands-on cybersecurity experience.
Participation in cybersecurity competitions or CTF events.
Cultural awareness for supporting global operations.
Time management skills for handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

Monitor security events and alerts using SIEM platforms (Microsoft Defender, EDR tools).
Perform log analysis and threat intelligence correlation.
Assist with security alert triage and investigation procedures.
Support incident detection and response activities.
Conduct vulnerability assessments using enterprise scanning tools.
Analyze vulnerability scan results and prioritize findings using CVSS scoring.
Support patch management processes and Azure Update Manager operations.
Create remediation reports and tracking documentation.
Assist with implementation of security controls aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Support compliance documentation and evidence collection activities.
Participate in security audits and assessments.
Review and validate security configurations across enterprise systems.
Support privileged access management (PAM) and endpoint privilege management (EPM) initiatives.
Conduct access reviews and privilege escalation analysis.
Assist with Active Directory security and group policy configurations.
Support multi-factor authentication (MFA) deployment and user access provisioning.
Review Azure security configurations and Microsoft Defender for Cloud alerts.
Support cloud security posture management initiatives.
Assist with Azure identity protection and conditional access policies.
Create and maintain security documentation, procedures, and runbooks.
Develop security metrics dashboards and reporting.
Document security incidents and investigation findings.
Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Complete an independent capstone project addressing a real security challenge.
Deliver executive presentation on capstone findings and recommendations.
Participate in cybersecurity training programs and certification preparation.
Shadow senior analysts to learn incident response and risk assessment techniques.
Stay informed on cybersecurity threats and best practices.
Pursue entry-level certifications to advance expertise.