Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Summary

The Cybersecurity Analyst Intern will support the protection of the organization’s digital assets, infrastructure, and game-day technology operations. Working closely with the Director of Information Technology and IT staff, the intern will gain hands-on experience in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats while learning enterprise cybersecurity practices in a high-availability environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring network traffic, security alerts, and logs using security tools and platforms.

• Support incident response activities, including triage, investigation, and documentation of security events.

• Help identify, research, and prioritize vulnerabilities across systems, applications, and network infrastructure.

• Contribute to maintaining and improving security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry frameworks.

• Participate in the analysis of potential threats, suspicious activity, and security incidents.

• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to ensure secure configuration and system deployments.

• Stay current on emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and defensive technologies.

• Assist with compliance-related activities and security reporting as needed.

• Maintains upmost confidentiality.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• Currently enrolled in or recent completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or related field.

• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNCs, DHCP, firewalls).

• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001), preferred.

• Familiarity with SIEM tools, endpoint protection or vulnerability scanning tools, preferred.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, tools, or coursework.

• Entry-level certifications (ex. CompTIA Security+, Network+) are a plus but not required.

• Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Critical Competencies

• Strong curiosity and passion for cybersecurity.

• Ability to remain focused and composed in time-sensitive situations.

• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to take initiative.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.