Student Cybersecurity Analyst Internship
Auburn University, Auburn, AL, United States
**Salary Range:** USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $20.00/Hr.
**Locations:** Auburn University, Alabama
**Job Type:** Student
**Department:** CISO-Cybersecurity
**Associated Division:** CIO-VP Information Technology
**Req ID:** 7826
**Overview**
The Auburn University Cybersecurity team protects, detects, and responds to cyber activity, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the University's data and systems. The Cybersecurity Analyst Internship will primarily focus on Security Operations Center activities while assisting the Cybersecurity Program with various projects and activities. We mentor, train, and prepare you for a successful career beyond the classroom. While focusing on detection and response activities in the SOC, the Internship will have the opportunity to shadow other cybersecurity professionals focused on network, system, and cloud security. The internship also provides opportunities to support the development of the Cybersecurity team's next phase of artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities within the Security Operations Center, including exposure to AI-driven security tools, workflows, and security considerations.
**Responsibilities**
+ Monitoring and triaging alerts with detection and monitoring tools, responding to Tier 1 cybersecurity incidents, and escalating as needed.
+ Complete a required summer project or summer subproject assigned within the first few weeks of the internship, aligned to Security Operations Center priorities and the intern's interests.
+ Assist with the evaluation, testing, or refinement of AI enabled security tools and processes used within the SOC.
+ Document security procedures, incident response activities, or project outcomes to support operational maturity and knowledge sharing.
+ Collaborate with full-time cybersecurity staff and other interns in a team-based SOC environment.
**Qualifications**
+ Enrolled student at Auburn University.
+ Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Design, Computer Programming, and Information Systems Management majors.
+ Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
Why should **YOU** consider student employment at Auburn University?
+ **Gain valuable work experience!** Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
+ **Build your network!** Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
+ **Make a difference!** Have the satisfaction of knowing **YOU** are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website ( to learn more.
**Locations:** Auburn University, Alabama
**Job Type:** Student
**Department:** CISO-Cybersecurity
**Associated Division:** CIO-VP Information Technology
**Req ID:** 7826
**Overview**
The Auburn University Cybersecurity team protects, detects, and responds to cyber activity, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the University's data and systems. The Cybersecurity Analyst Internship will primarily focus on Security Operations Center activities while assisting the Cybersecurity Program with various projects and activities. We mentor, train, and prepare you for a successful career beyond the classroom. While focusing on detection and response activities in the SOC, the Internship will have the opportunity to shadow other cybersecurity professionals focused on network, system, and cloud security. The internship also provides opportunities to support the development of the Cybersecurity team's next phase of artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities within the Security Operations Center, including exposure to AI-driven security tools, workflows, and security considerations.
**Responsibilities**
+ Monitoring and triaging alerts with detection and monitoring tools, responding to Tier 1 cybersecurity incidents, and escalating as needed.
+ Complete a required summer project or summer subproject assigned within the first few weeks of the internship, aligned to Security Operations Center priorities and the intern's interests.
+ Assist with the evaluation, testing, or refinement of AI enabled security tools and processes used within the SOC.
+ Document security procedures, incident response activities, or project outcomes to support operational maturity and knowledge sharing.
+ Collaborate with full-time cybersecurity staff and other interns in a team-based SOC environment.
**Qualifications**
+ Enrolled student at Auburn University.
+ Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Design, Computer Programming, and Information Systems Management majors.
+ Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
**Why Work at Auburn?**
Why should **YOU** consider student employment at Auburn University?
+ **Gain valuable work experience!** Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
+ **Build your network!** Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
+ **Make a difference!** Have the satisfaction of knowing **YOU** are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
**Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement**
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website ( to learn more.