Network Cybersecurity Intern

Are you ready to get ahead in your career?

• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?​

Join Maxis as a Network Cybersecurity Intern, where you will gain hands-on experience in safeguarding network infrastructure and supporting cybersecurity operations. This role offers exposure to real-world security monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident reporting while working closely with experienced cybersecurity professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Vulnerability Assessment

• Assist in conducting regular vulnerability scans on networks and systems.

• Analyse findings and support remediation and risk mitigation efforts.

Security Monitoring & Detection

• Support monitoring of network traffic and security alerts using SIEM tools.

• Assist in identifying, escalating, and responding to potential security threats.

Patch & Configuration Management

• Track security patches and updates to ensure systems remain secure and compliant.

• Support patch deployment and verification activities.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain security documentation, incident reports, and dashboards.

• Assist in analysing security data and generating reports using tools such as Splunk.

Security Awareness & Support

• Support security awareness initiatives and internal training programmes.

• Assist in promoting best practices for network and information security.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Networking, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of network protocols, network security, and cybersecurity concepts.

• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanning tools, or network monitoring systems is an advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a cybersecurity environment.

• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.

Why Join Us?

• Gain practical cybersecurity experience with a leading telecommunications organisation.

• Learn from industry professionals and work with real-world security tools.

• Develop foundational skills in network security, threat detection, and risk management.

• Build a strong pathway towards a career in cybersecurity and IT security operations.

Internship Duration: Up to 6 months

Location: Subang Hi-Tech

Application Process

Submit your resume and cover letter through our career portal. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic and motivated individuals to our team!

What’s next?

• Once you’ve applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for a digital interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.

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