Intern, Cybersecurity

Empire State • New York, NY

19h • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Summer Intern position will foster and promote SUNY student talent by providing experiential learning opportunities and supporting the development of a future cybersecurity workforce for New York State government.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist with monitoring and analyzing cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents
Support the implementation of cybersecurity controls, policies, and best practices
Assist with incident response activities and post-incident reporting
Collaborate on special cybersecurity projects and presentations

Requirements

• Applicant Major: Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program. Cyber Security (Required)
• Operating Systems: Windows 10/11; basic Linux command-line usage (e.g., Ubuntu, Kali)
• Networking & Security Tools: Vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, OpenVAS); SIEM or log analysis platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel – exposure level); Firewalls and endpoint protection concepts.
• Productivity & Collaboration Tools: Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams); Zoom; Version control basics (e.g., Git/GitHub)
• Foundational knowledge of computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity principles
• Understanding of cybersecurity policies, risk management, and compliance concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Customer service experience, including phone support
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate effectively as part of a team
• Strong work ethics, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing system, network, and application security risks
• Support vulnerability scanning, patch management, and system reviews
• Participate in security awareness, compliance, and documentation efforts
• Conduct research on emerging cyber threats, technologies, and regulatory requirements
• project support as needed to advance NY Ventures initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern