Operational Technology Infrastructure Intern

Position Summary

The Operational Technology Infrastructure Intern is an entry-level role designed to provide student interns with a broad range of experiences that support servers and workstations in an Operational Technology environment. The intern will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced Operational Technology Systems Analysts deploying and maintaining servers and workstations, assisting in monitoring security systems, supporting the development and implementation of security policies and procedures, and working closely with experienced professionals and learning about industry best practices while gaining knowledge on emerging threats in the industry.

Education, Training and Experience

Applicant must be working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. The Intern must be enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The internship/training must be in the student's field of study. College credit may apply to some internships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrates strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong understanding of systems analysis and design as well as database and networking concepts
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Highest level of integrity and honesty with the ability to protect sensitive, confidential information related to security practices

Licenses and/or Certifications

None required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Gain exposure to security requirements and the implementation of security controls within servers and workstations.

Assist with support of security products including firewalls, switches, endpoint detection and response, vulnerability management, and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.

Assist with patching and updating servers and workstations.

Interact with professionals from various departments, such as IT, development, and management, to understand the organization's overall security needs and objectives.

Learn how to communicate effectively about operational technology and cyber security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced operational technology professionals who will provide insights and knowledge to help you grow in the field.

Stay updated on the latest cyber security trends, threats, and best practices through team discussions, training sessions, and independent research.

Apply theoretical knowledge from your coursework to real-world scenarios and challenges.

Contribute to improving the organization's operational technology reliability and cyber security posture, which has a direct impact on its operations, data protection, and reputation.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies