Cybersecurity Intern

Who We Are  

Join us at Associated Materials, LLC, where you can be AMazing!   

  

At Associated Materials, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and the customer experience. For decades, we have provided exterior building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America, and we look toward the future with the same aspirations as we learn, grow, and set new standards of excellence.  

  

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of exterior building products, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AM team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.  

 

Position Summary 

The Cybersecurity & Information Security Intern will support the team by assisting with monitoring, documenting, and improving the organization’s security posture. This role is ideal for a student interested in cybersecurity operations, risk management, security governance, and process improvement. The intern will contribute to creating clear, user-friendly documentation and security practices that support a safe, resilient, and well-protected technology environment across the organization.

 

As part of our team, you will gain hands-on experience in enterprise cybersecurity, security operations workflows, and industry-standard tools in a collaborative and supportive environment driven by safety and our core values.

 

Key Accountabilities 

• Assist with security monitoring, including log review, alert triage, and threat identification.
• Support vulnerability scanning and help track remediation efforts with IT and engineering teams.
• Contribute to risk assessments for IT and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Help maintain and update security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Participate in incident response activities, including documentation and evidence collection.
• Assist with user access reviews and identity and access management tasks.
• Conduct research on emerging cybersecurity threats affecting the organization.
• Support security awareness initiatives, including training materials and phishing simulations.
• Help document security configurations, network diagrams, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to support security initiatives and process improvements.

 

 

 

Required Education, Experience & Skills 

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program (junior or senior preferred) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts such as network security, authentication, encryption, malware, and risk management.
• Familiarity with operating systems (Windows, Linux) and basic networking concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

 

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills 

• Coursework or hands-on experience with vulnerability management, SIEM tools, or incident response.
• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell or Python) for automation or log analysis.
• Knowledge of identity and access management concepts.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, or CIS Controls.
• Exposure to operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), or SCADA security concepts.
• Experience with Microsoft security tools, VPN technologies, or endpoint protection platforms. (e.g., Defender, VPN Gateway, Azure, Palo Alto Global Protect, Sentinel One)

 

What You Will Gain

• Real-world experience applying cybersecurity principles in an enterprise or industrial environment.
• Exposure to security tools, governance practices, and IT/OT systems.
• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity and technology professionals.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that strengthen organizational security and resilience.

 

About Us  

When you join Associated Materials, LLC, you become part of a noble industry and a team of more than 3,500 employees who are proud to enhance the places we live with quality, innovative, and sustainable products. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, we are a leader in the building products industry, operating as three businesses: Associated Materials Innovations, Alside® and Gentek® Building Products. We are united by our core values that are all about being AMazing, which guide us to prioritize safety above all else, lead with trust, and speak the truth. 

 

 

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.