IT Security Analyst Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Digital & Technology division. The OUC Internship Program is dedicated to providing students with real-world, hands-on experience by partnering with energy leaders and experienced professionals, while bringing new and out-of-the-box perspectives and ideas that are essential for fostering the creativity and growth of any business. OUC’s internship program provides emerging talent with an immersive view of the utility industry through on-the-job training, educational sessions, self-paced learning courses, and individual or team projects. We are looking for an IT Security Analyst Intern. During this internship, you will partner with the IT Security Operations team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
- Academic status of Sophomore or above
- Program of study: Computer Science or Information Technology
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship experience preferred
- Familiarity with IT technologies including vulnerability scanning, cloud platforms, AI, SIEM tools, operating systems, and mobile technologies
- Understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as the attack lifecycle, MITRE ATT&CK framework, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security principles
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and computational problem-solving skills
- Foundational knowledge of scripting, cryptography, PKI, identity and access management, network protocols, and cloud administration
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and proactive; able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize and resolve issues under deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Proven ability to learn new skills quickly.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the security analyst team with incident triage, alert monitoring, and first-responder security activities
- Assisting with security platform operations, vulnerability analysis, and troubleshooting digital and IT security issues
- Documenting security processes, procedures, and incident response activities
- Participating in identity and access reviews to ensure appropriate user permissions
- Providing business-facing security support and collaborating with cross-functional, face-to-face teams using strong interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Career acceleration and development
- Free access to on-site fitness centers at all locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
