Security Operations Engineer – Intern

Security Operations Engineer Intern introduces aspiring cybersecurity professionals to the day-to-day operations of security within the company. The security engineer intern is exposed to frontline duties associated with security practices and is introduced to the processes of event assessment and escalation to senior members of the security team.  The security engineer intern will learn firsthand how cybersecurity controls are implemented, managed and enhanced across the company.

Working alongside one or more mentors, intern performs data collection, ticket processing, analysis and remediation tasks. Security Engineer – Intern also works with cybersecurity team members to understand architectural designs, best practices, and event and incident response (IR) obligations. Interns provide support to the security operations center (SOC), Threat Assessment (TAG) and security engineering (SEA) teams. To be effective, the security engineer - intern must have a general understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts, as well as solid practical hands-on experience with computers. 

• Follow and execute directives issued by cybersecurity management and senior security engineers.
• Support day-to-day activities performed by the cybersecurity team Serve as a member of the information security team.
• Learn to manage tools and solutions implemented throughout the organization.
• Serve as an additional security team member, aiding in incident response (IR) with the IR and security operations center (SOC) teams.
• Assist in supporting security engineering team with engineering related tasks.
• Monitor event logs and alerts with escalation to members of the cybersecurity team.
• Support daily threat advisory reports by reading and staying current on security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.
• Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently enrolled in undergraduate coursework or completed bachelor’s degree.
• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• General knowledge and hands-on coursework (lab) experience with cybersecurity endpoint, network, vulnerability, forensic and log management tools.
• Basic understanding, knowledge of and hands-on capabilities with operating system configuration (Windows, Unix, Linux) and networking (DNS, DHCP, routing protocols).
• Ability to analyze event and incident logs, and work with SOC and IR teams to assess security events related to malware, vulnerabilities, exploits and kill chain methodology.
• Ability to effectively communicate business risk as it relates to information security.
• Possesses highly effective communications skills with the ability to influence business units.
• Acts with integrity, takes pride in work and seeks to excel, be curious and adaptable.
• Displays an analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Is highly organized and efficient.
• Leverages strategic and tactical thinking.
• Works calmly under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates effective decision-making skills.
• Is highly trustworthy and leads by example.
• Stays current with evolving threat landscape.
• Minimum Education Level: Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information assurance, MIS or related field
• Minimum Job Experience: 0-2 years
• Language requirements: English (Written: Advanced, Verbal: Fluent)
• Computer/software skills: Advanced

The salary range for this position is $30.00 Hourly

Bank of Hope is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.