Information Technology Intern

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Data Security Intern to support the organization’s information security and data protection initiatives. The role will provide hands-on exposure to data security, access controls, vulnerability management, security monitoring, privacy, and cybersecurity best practices in a corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation and monitoring of data security and information security controls.
• Assist in identifying potential security vulnerabilities, risks, and data exposure across systems and applications.
• Support periodic reviews of user access, privileged access, and permissions.
• Assist in monitoring and investigating security alerts and suspicious activities.
• Support Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives and data classification activities.
• Assist with vulnerability assessment, tracking, and remediation coordination.
• Support documentation of security incidents, risks, controls, and remediation actions.
• Assist in maintaining information security policies, SOPs, control documentation, and audit evidence.
• Conduct research on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
• Support employee cybersecurity awareness initiatives covering areas such as phishing, password security, and responsible data handling.
• Work with IT and business teams to promote secure handling of customer, employee, and organizational data.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc./M.Sc./BCA/MCA in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related discipline.
• Candidates with relevant cybersecurity projects, certifications, hackathons, Capture the Flag (CTF) participation, or internships will be preferred.