Information Security Intern

About the Role

The Information Security Intern will learn defensive security methods, identify system weaknesses, and document findings for remediation. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in a supervised lab environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply vulnerability assessment methods on approved lab systems and test environments.
• Review network, server, and application settings for common security gaps.
• Use tools such as Nmap, Wireshark, and Burp Suite Community in authorised practice setups.
• Study common threats such as phishing, weak passwords, malware behaviour, and misconfigurations.
• Monitor logs and alerts, noting unusual activity for senior team members.
• Write clear risk reports with simple, practical recommendations.
• Support security awareness material and basic policy documentation.
• Share progress in daily check-ins and weekly reviews.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Understanding of networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, ports, firewalls).
• Comfort with the Linux command line.
• Knowledge of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
• Discipline, ethics, and respect for authorisation and confidentiality.
• Ability to document findings clearly and patiently.
• A laptop and stable internet connection for full-time remote work.

Nice to Have

• Experience with practice platforms such as TryHackMe or Hack The Box.
• Certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, or similar.
• A published security write-up or lab project.

Qualifications

• Final-year students and recent graduates from B.Tech, B.E., BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT), MCA, diploma programs, or related streams.
• Self-taught learners with demonstrable skills via practice platform profiles, write-ups, projects, or certificates.
• Freshers are welcome; prior work experience is not required.
• Availability for full-time work during the internship period.

Workplace & Logistics

• Location: India
• Workplace Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time internship
• Duration: 1 to 3 months
• Stipend: INR 17,500 per month
• Working Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Saturday or as assigned, with daily check-ins and a weekly review.