It Security Intern Jobs

Organization: New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation

Location: 7400 Tiburon NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position

Essential Job Functions:

Assistance with planning and implementing security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data
Stay up-to-date on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, to anticipate security breaches
Assist with reviewing Security Scans and assigning Threat Levels for appropriate Patch Management Cycles
Assist with preventing data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect a network.
Review DLP, SIEM, Anti-Virus, Malware, and other Cyber Security logs
Basic understanding of mainstream operating systems and a wide range of security technologies, such as network security appliances, anti-malware solutions, automated policy compliance tools, and desktop security tools is preferred
Basic knowledge of network traffic alerts to assess, prioritize and differentiate between potential intrusion attempts and false alarms
Basic understanding of current cyber threats
Assist with key project(s) and other projects assigned
Meet deadlines for project deliverables
Recommend process improvements
Gain valuable work experience and prepare for future career
Other Day-to-day department responsibilities as assigned

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

Enrolled in an accredited college or university studying one of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Cyber / Information Security, or Computer Information systems.

Skills/Abilities:

Reliable and punctual
Organized with a strong attention to detail
Ability to take direction and understand quickly
Detail oriented, responsible, and discrete
Ability to communicate effectively in a positive fashion, both in oral and written form
Drive to deliver quantifiable results
Ability meet deadlines and work under pressure
Skill in building trusting relationships and partnerships throughout the organization
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated clarity in spoken and written communications
Ability to work well as part of team
Trustworthiness with access to confidential information
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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