IT Security Analyst Internship

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity in Indianapolis, IN for an to join our IT Security Organization as an IT Security Analyst Intern or Co-op. This internship or Co-op experience as an analyst within our IT Security Operations team will provide you an opportunity to learn hands-on what it takes to protect an organization from cyber threats. You will be a member of a high-performance team, learning and working hands on with experienced professionals on the front line of cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Allison IT Security Operations Team responding to cyber security related threats we face daily.
• Monitor the Allison environment for security issues.
• Investigate security cyber security related incidents.
• Assist with deployment of and operating security tools used to protect our systems and information infrastructure.
• Document security incidents and assess the damage they cause.
• Work with security team to perform tests to uncover vulnerabilities within our environment.
• Assist in remediating detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Stay current on IT security trends and news.
• Develop company-wide best practices for cyber security.
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management.
• Stay current on information technology trends and security standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• No experience requirement – current enrollment in a 4-year undergraduate program.
• Strong desire to learn about Cyber Security and Information Technology.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with computer operation, including Microsoft Office tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic Cyber Security and/or Information Technology concepts corresponding with school year.

Qualifications

• College undergraduate or graduate status with 1-3 years at an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Networking and Security, Computer Information Technology, or related field.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), problem-solving, and decision-making skills.