About the role#
Rockwell Automation is hiring a Cybersecurity Intern to improve the security posture of our industrial control products. You will work in either our Milwaukee, WI or Chelmsford, MA offices. This is a full-time, paid, hybrid position. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States, as we do not offer sponsorship for this role.
What you'll do#
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for industrial control products, edge devices, and integrated solutions.
- Support technical readiness for the EU Cyber Resilience Act, including developing audit-ready reports and compliance evidence.
- Participate in threat-modeling sessions to evaluate hardware, firmware, and software from an attacker's perspective.
- Perform packet-level analysis and security verification in lab environments using industrial protocols like EtherNet/IP, CIP, and Modbus.
- Manage software supply chain security by correlating Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) with known vulnerabilities.
- Build Python-based tools and REST API integrations to automate data normalization, metrics generation, and reporting.
- Prototype AI-assisted security workflows, including RAG pipelines and tool connectors.
- Maintain Linux-based test environments and use Git for version control and CI/CD automation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or advanced degree program, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or Cybersecurity.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- Expected graduation date of December 2025 or later.
- Two years of software programming experience.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals and coursework in C/C++, Assembly Language, and Digital Logic.
- Experience with Python, REST APIs, 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.
- Hybrid work: Employees are expected to work on-site Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
- Compensation: $20 to $32 per hour, based on skills and experience.
- Benefits: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401k, and a flexible work schedule.
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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