About the role#
ENSCO is looking for an Information Security Intern to support our daily cybersecurity operations. You will assist with internal SOC activities as we grow our monitoring and response capabilities. This role also involves supporting compliance tasks, vulnerability management, security tickets, and general IT Help Desk requests.
What you'll do#
- Monitor Tier 1 SOC alerts and handle triage, documentation, and escalation.
- Support investigations into security incidents and phishing attempts.
- Track vulnerabilities and follow up on remediation efforts.
- Manage InfoSec help desk tickets and security-related requests.
- Provide support to the IT Help Desk, including basic troubleshooting and user support.
- Help with compliance activities for CMMC and NIST SP 800-171, including evidence collection.
- Maintain security procedures, playbooks, reports, and operational documentation.
- Assist with general cybersecurity projects and daily InfoSec operations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Cybersecurity degree program with at least two full years of academic experience.
- A basic understanding of networking, Windows, cybersecurity, and incident response concepts.
- Strong skills in analysis, communication, troubleshooting, and documentation.
- The ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Availability to start by January 2027.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Desired exposure includes Splunk/SIEM, EDR, Microsoft 365/Entra ID, Tenable, CMMC/NIST frameworks, PowerShell, Python, or a CompTIA Security+ certification.
Location & details#
- Location: Melbourne, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position ($20-$27 per hour).
- This position may require access to U.S. federal facilities, requiring a REAL ID-compliant form of identification.
About ENSCO, Inc.
ENSCO, Inc. is a technology enterprise based in Vienna, Virginia. Founded in 1969, the company provides engineering, science, and technology solutions to government and private clients. It operates in the defense and space manufacturing sectors. The organization maintains a focus on aerospace, national security, and surface transportation.
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