IT Cyber Security Internship Program 2023

Overview

This internship is available through Readygrad's Profession Internship Program, which includes a fee of $1,995 (incl. GST) payable in 6 equal instalments ($333 each) and includes:

•  Career coaching
•  Interview & resume preparation
•  Internship success toolkit access
•  Guaranteed 12-week internship placement
•  A dedicated mentor to guide you
•  Insurance
•  Certification
•  Ongoing support

Our host company partner is seeking a talented Cyber Security intern to join their dynamic team! This opportunity provides a great platform for problem solvers passionate about contributing to the success of projects. By leveraging their knowledge and expertise, partnering with internal/external stakeholders, and engaging in various cybersecurity-related activities - the intern will have the chance to cultivate their skills while helping increase the client's overall security maturity.

Key Responsabilites & Duties

• Receive tailored security alerts and notifications on the Group’s monitoring platform. 
• Quickly detect, analyse and respond to potential cyber security incidents. 
• Identify threats and aid with incident detection, log analysis and monitoring. 
• Investigate the root cause, scope and impact of critical incidents quickly and efficiently. 
• Stay ahead of vulnerability management with patching strategies.  
• Support the Operations team through input and documentation creation for the organisation’s cyber security governance framework.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Understanding Microsoft's technology stack and managing a Hybrid on-prem/Azure environment.
• Ability to work with Azure Sentinel or similar platforms, systems administration, SaaS and cloud infrastructure, and enterprise-level networking.
• Able to manage incident handling and remediation, log analysis or forensics.
• Understanding of Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Operations, or Cyber Threat Intelligence.
• Ability to work seamlessly in a team, collaboratively with the broader organization, and communicate across various levels and business units.
• A self-starter with an organised and methodical approach who thrives in taking ownership and initiative.

Qualifications

•  Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity or a related field. 

The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated Mentor and Placement Consultant to guide, coach and offer career advice throughout the internship placement.