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Role Description

We are looking for an entry level IT Security Analyst summer intern to perform the day-to-day operations of the security solutions and use these solutions to identify, investigate and resolve security incidents on the network. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes to dig in and understand the intricacies of cyber defense, has a technical hands-on mindset, and exhibits good work ethic and a positive attitude to learning the ins and outs of information security operations for an enterprise environment.

• Co-Op / Interns typically represent college students trying to gain related work experience while pursuing an undergraduate degree.
• Under direct supervision, performs various tasks and assignments for the organization's professional staff in such disciplines as Engineering, Software Development, Database Management, Security Threat Analysis.
• Maintain in-place security tools and processes.
• Evaluate, test and implement new security tools & technologies.
• Respond to computer security incidents.
• Research system and network logs and alerts as they relate to incidents.
• Identify gaps in cyber operations capabilities and assist in developing those capabilities.
• Develop technical summary information for presentation to management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 1-2 years of college or related work experience.
• Understanding of incident response process in an enterprise operations environment.
• Understanding of cyber threats and defenses against those threats.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and networking.
• Knowledge of enterprise security technologies such as web filtering, endpoint protection and forensics, sandbox, threat intel integration, firewalls, SIEM, patch and vulnerability management etc.
• Familiarity with using scripting languages for security automation.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects with varying priorities.
• Ability to document findings for audiences with various levels of technical expertise.
• MUST BE A US CITIZEN.
• Cyber Defense Club membership a plus!

Benefits

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $43,200.00/Yr. - USD $72,100.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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