About the role#
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Intern to help improve the security of our industrial products. You will work alongside senior engineers in our Milwaukee, WI or Chelmsford, MA offices. This is a full-time, paid internship with a hybrid work schedule. You will be expected to work from the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
What you'll do#
- Perform cybersecurity risk assessments for industrial control products and edge devices.
- Support technical readiness for the EU Cyber Resilience Act by creating audit-ready reports and maintaining documentation.
- Participate in threat-modeling sessions to evaluate hardware, firmware, and software interfaces.
- Analyze industrial protocols such as EtherNet/IP, CIP, and Modbus.
- Manage vulnerability assessments and correlate Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs).
- Design Python scripts and REST API integrations to automate data collection and reporting.
- Prototype AI-assisted security assessment tools and maintain Linux-based test environments.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Graduation date of December 2025 or beyond.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Legal authorization to work in the US. We do not provide visa sponsorship.
- Ability to commute to our Milwaukee or Chelmsford office.
- Two years of software programming experience.
- Coursework in C/C++, Assembly Language, and Digital Logic.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals, Kali Linux, Metasploit, and OSINT.
- Experience with hardware tools like logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and voltage meters.
- Participation in cyber competitions.
Location & details#
- Locations: Milwaukee, WI or Chelmsford, MA.
- Compensation: $20 - $32 per hour, based on skills and experience.
- Benefits: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401k.
About Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation produces industrial automation and manufacturing technology. The company specializes in automation systems, drives, and safety products. Its primary product brands include Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Software. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the firm operates as a public company with over 22,000 employees.
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