Cybersecurity Operational Technology Intern, NA
Vantage Data Centers, Denver, CO, United States
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well‑known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Cybersecurity Department The OT Cybersecurity Intern supports the global Cybersecurity team in protecting Vantage Data Centers' Operational Technology (OT) environments, including industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure. This role provides hands‑on exposure to cybersecurity in a mission‑critical datacenter environment and builds foundational knowledge across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains. The intern will assist with monitoring, documentation, risk analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen security while enabling safe and reliable operations.
Position Overview This role will be based in Denver, CO, Ashburn, VA or Phoenix, AZ.
The OT Cybersecurity Intern plays a key role in supporting Vantage Data Centers' global Cybersecurity team by helping protect Operational Technology (OT) environments across mission‑critical data centers. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure, providing foundational experience across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains.
In this role, the intern will assist with monitoring security alerts, supporting vulnerability management, contributing to documentation, and participating in incident review activities. The position also offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, IT, Facilities, and Operations—while contributing to ongoing security improvements and risk‑management initiatives.
Essential Functions
Support analysis and initial triage of cybersecurity alerts and incidents affecting OT and ICSEnvironments, assisting with impact and severity determination
Assist with OT vulnerability management activities, including asset tracking, documentation, and remediation coordination
Support secure deployment of OT‑related cybersecurity hardware, software, and tools at new and existing sites
Contribute to the development and maintenance of OT cybersecurity documentation, including procedures, standards, job aids, and diagrams
Assist with monitoring compliance to cybersecurity policies, standards, and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
Participate in post‑incident reviews and lessons‑learned activities to support continuous improvement
Collaborate with OT, IT, Engineering, Facilities, and Operations teams to support secure and reliable operations
Conduct research on cybersecurity solutions and emerging OT security risks and document findings
Learning Objectives
Develop a working understanding of OT cybersecurity within a global datacenter environment
Gain exposure to real‑world cybersecurity operations, incident response, and risk management for critical infrastructure
Understand how cybersecurity enables safe, reliable operations and supports business objectives
Lead or contribute to a defined cybersecurity project aligned with OT security initiatives and organizational goals
Job Requirements
Currently enrolled in, or recent graduate of, a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, networking, automation, or industrial systems
Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts and networking principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical concepts clearly
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of OT / ICSEnvironments and the differences between OT, IT, and cybersecurity control models
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST SP 800‑53, NIST SP 800‑82, or ISO 27001
Experience creating SOPs, job aids, or technical documentation
Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase overtime as business evolves.
Additional Duties
Handle additional duties as assigned by management.
Physical Demands and Special Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Additional Details
Salary Range: $20-$25/hr.
We will have 2 intern cohort timeframes to choose from:
June 1st, 2026 - August 7th, 2026
June 22nd, 2026 - August 28th, 2026
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!
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Cybersecurity Department The OT Cybersecurity Intern supports the global Cybersecurity team in protecting Vantage Data Centers' Operational Technology (OT) environments, including industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure. This role provides hands‑on exposure to cybersecurity in a mission‑critical datacenter environment and builds foundational knowledge across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains. The intern will assist with monitoring, documentation, risk analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen security while enabling safe and reliable operations.
Position Overview This role will be based in Denver, CO, Ashburn, VA or Phoenix, AZ.
The OT Cybersecurity Intern plays a key role in supporting Vantage Data Centers' global Cybersecurity team by helping protect Operational Technology (OT) environments across mission‑critical data centers. This internship offers hands‑on exposure to industrial control systems (ICS), automation platforms, and supporting infrastructure, providing foundational experience across OT, IT, and cybersecurity domains.
In this role, the intern will assist with monitoring security alerts, supporting vulnerability management, contributing to documentation, and participating in incident review activities. The position also offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, IT, Facilities, and Operations—while contributing to ongoing security improvements and risk‑management initiatives.
Essential Functions
Support analysis and initial triage of cybersecurity alerts and incidents affecting OT and ICSEnvironments, assisting with impact and severity determination
Assist with OT vulnerability management activities, including asset tracking, documentation, and remediation coordination
Support secure deployment of OT‑related cybersecurity hardware, software, and tools at new and existing sites
Contribute to the development and maintenance of OT cybersecurity documentation, including procedures, standards, job aids, and diagrams
Assist with monitoring compliance to cybersecurity policies, standards, and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
Participate in post‑incident reviews and lessons‑learned activities to support continuous improvement
Collaborate with OT, IT, Engineering, Facilities, and Operations teams to support secure and reliable operations
Conduct research on cybersecurity solutions and emerging OT security risks and document findings
Learning Objectives
Develop a working understanding of OT cybersecurity within a global datacenter environment
Gain exposure to real‑world cybersecurity operations, incident response, and risk management for critical infrastructure
Understand how cybersecurity enables safe, reliable operations and supports business objectives
Lead or contribute to a defined cybersecurity project aligned with OT security initiatives and organizational goals
Job Requirements
Currently enrolled in, or recent graduate of, a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, networking, automation, or industrial systems
Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts and networking principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical concepts clearly
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of OT / ICSEnvironments and the differences between OT, IT, and cybersecurity control models
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST SP 800‑53, NIST SP 800‑82, or ISO 27001
Experience creating SOPs, job aids, or technical documentation
Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase overtime as business evolves.
Additional Duties
Handle additional duties as assigned by management.
Physical Demands and Special Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Additional Details
Salary Range: $20-$25/hr.
We will have 2 intern cohort timeframes to choose from:
June 1st, 2026 - August 7th, 2026
June 22nd, 2026 - August 28th, 2026
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!
#J-18808-Ljbffr