About the role#
This is a 10-week summer internship program based in Charlotte, North Carolina. You will work alongside the Information Security Operations team to support cybersecurity initiatives across the organization. This role provides hands-on experience with enterprise security tools, incident triage, and vulnerability management. You will also complete a scoped security improvement project and present your findings to leadership.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and triage security alerts from platforms like Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Zscaler.
- Perform initial analysis of suspicious activity and document findings according to established procedures.
- Assist with phishing investigations, indicators of compromise, and security control updates.
- Use Qualys VMDR to review vulnerabilities across servers, endpoints, and network infrastructure.
- Support asset cleanup, scan validation, and remediation tracking.
- Review the health and deployment of security agents such as BitLocker and endpoint DLP.
- Help maintain security hygiene for Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory.
- Support configuration reviews and hardening for Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.
- Submit and track Jira requests, update operational documentation, and maintain metrics.
- Collaborate with internal IT, infrastructure, and compliance teams.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
- A foundational understanding of security monitoring, identity, vulnerabilities, endpoint security, networking, and incident response.
- Basic experience with Windows, Linux, cloud services, or technical projects is preferred.
- Ability to follow procedures, analyze technical data, and keep accurate records.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote).
- Term: Summer 2027 (10-week program).
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
About DP World
DP World operates in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage industry. The company manages ports, terminals, marine services, and logistics infrastructure on a global scale. It employs over 10,000 people across multiple countries. The firm focuses on integrating technology and automated systems to improve trade efficiency.
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