cyber security intern

About the Role

The Cyber Security Intern role at Weskill is a remote internship focused on supporting security-related initiatives across applications, networks, and information systems. The role is designed to provide practical exposure to cybersecurity concepts while contributing to the safety and resilience of Weskill’s learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security events.
• Review logs.
• Help identify potential vulnerabilities or threats.
• Support basic security assessments.
• Contribute to documentation of security procedures.
• Help maintain best practices for protecting data and systems.
• Research emerging cyber threats.
• Participate in simulated security exercises.
• Collaborate with mentors to implement security controls.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Foundational skills in Cybersecurity and Information Security.
• Understanding of core security principles and risk management.
• Knowledge of Network Security and Cyber concepts, including firewalls, secure protocols, and basic incident response.
• Exposure to Application Security practices, such as secure coding basics and awareness of common application vulnerabilities.
• Familiarity with operating systems, basic scripting or programming, and common security tools is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving in technical contexts.
• Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly with mentors and team members.