Cyber Services New Associate (KSA COOP Internship)

SOC (Security Operations Center) Intern

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Internship Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail‑oriented SOC Intern to join our Security Operations Center team. This internship is designed to provide hands‑on exposure to real‑time security monitoring, alert analysis, and incident response activities. The intern will work alongside experienced SOC analysts and gain practical experience in enterprise cyber defense operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and review security alerts generated by SIEM, EDR, and other SOC monitoring tools.
• Assist in triaging and analyzing security incidents such as phishing attempts, malware infections, suspicious logins, and endpoint alerts.
• Support incident investigations by collecting logs, evidence, and relevant context.
• Escalate confirmed or high‑risk incidents to senior SOC analysts following defined SOC procedures.
• Assist with threat intelligence enrichment and basic threat analysis activities.
• Document incidents, investigation steps, and outcomes in ticketing or case management systems.
• Support SOC reporting activities, including daily summaries and metrics.
• Participate in SOC drills, tabletop exercises, and continuous improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as:
  • Phishing, malware, and ransomware
  • Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
  • SOC operations and incident response lifecycle
• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
• Willingness to learn and work in a structured, shift‑based or operational environment.

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

• Exposure to SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar).
• Basic experience with endpoint security tools (EDR, antivirus).
• Familiarity with log analysis (Windows Event Logs, firewall, proxy logs).
• Awareness of cybersecurity frameworks or standards (NIST, ISO 27001, NCA).
• Participation in cybersecurity labs, SOC simulations, CTFs, or internships.
• Entry‑level certifications or currently pursuing (e.g., Security+, CEH, TryHackMe SOC).

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience in a live SOC environment.
• Practical exposure to incident detection, triage, and response processes.
• Experience using enterprise SOC tools and workflows.
• Mentorship from experienced SOC analysts and cybersecurity professionals.
• Strong foundation for future roles such as SOC Analyst L1 or Cybersecurity Analyst.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Accenture is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.