SOC Analyst Intern

ATPCO•Herndon, VA

1d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The ATPCO Security Operations (SOC) Internship is a 12-week program designed to give college students hands-on experience in security operations and incident response. Interns will work directly with SOC workflows, tools, and methodologies while contributing to ATPCO’s mission of safeguarding critical systems and data. We are seeking driven, ambitious individuals with curiosity and a strong desire to learn who want to make an immediate impact in a real-world security environment Learning Opportunities & Professional Development Throughout the internship, participants will benefit from structured learning sessions and mentorship provided by seasoned security professionals. These sessions are designed to deepen practical knowledge, develop advanced skills, and foster growth in a collaborative, real-world environment. Interns will have the opportunity to engage in interactive workshops, hands-on labs, and guided problem-solving exercises, ensuring exposure to industry best practices and innovative security strategies. The experience is tailored to support both technical proficiency and professional development, empowering interns to confidently contribute and evolve within the cybersecurity field.

Requirements

Current student pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Foundational understanding of networking, operating systems, and security principles
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Ability to follow structured processes and communicate findings effectively
Curiosity, drive, and a strong desire to learn and grow in the cybersecurity field

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel), endpoint security, or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other monitoring tools.
Analyze and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attempts, and unauthorized access.
Triage and prioritize alerts based on severity and potential impact.
Conduct initial investigations and document findings in incident tracking systems.
Collaborate with internal teams to contain and remediate security threats.
Perform root cause analysis and recommend improvements to prevent recurrence.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident response playbooks.
Assist in threat intelligence gathering and correlation with internal events.
Participate in security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance efforts.
Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and threat actor tactics.