Information Technology Intern – Security

Texas Instruments•Dallas, TX

About The Position

As a Cybersecurity Engineering intern, you'll help protect TI's global infrastructure and gain hands-on experience with enterprise security solutions. You'll work alongside experienced security engineers to support privileged access management, security automation, and threat detection across TI's technology ecosystem. And, you'll have the opportunity to explore exciting areas like zero trust architecture, cloud security, threat modeling, DevSecOps practices, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
Cumulative 3.0/4.0 GPA or higher

Nice To Haves

Coursework or project experience with cybersecurity fundamentals, network security, or information systems
Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and networking concepts
Exposure to programming or scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Java) through coursework or projects
Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts such as firewalls, encryption, or access controls
Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) through academic projects or personal learning
Understanding of fundamental security principles including confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Experience with basic automation tools or configuration management through academic projects
Knowledge of threat detection concepts or security incident response basics
Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to document technical findings clearly
Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and security technologies
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with cross-functional security teams
Ability to take initiative and drive for results in a fast-paced security environment
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
Eagerness to learn about emerging security threats and defensive technologies

Responsibilities

Assisting in the configuration and hardening of operating systems, applications, and network devices
Supporting the administration and monitoring of security tool stack policies and effectiveness
Contributing to zero trust architecture design and implementation projects
Helping document architectural standards and security best practices
Participating in security automation initiatives by learning to write simple scripts and playbooks
Learning about regulatory frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS, and ISO standards
Supporting the design of scalable security controls for regulated environments and audit preparation
Contributing to security solutions that maintain positive user experience
Assisting in the evaluation and testing of new security technologies
Participating in threat modeling exercises and security risk assessments for new projects
Helping develop and refine security assessment automation tools
Supporting secure cloud infrastructure projects including identity management and data protection
Learning about DevSecOps practices and secure software development lifecycle processes