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Cybersecurity Intern

Job Title: Cybersecurity Intern

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $50 p/h

A Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation employer partner is seeking a Cybersecurity Intern. This internship is designed for students or recent graduates who are eager to gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity. You will work alongside our IT and security teams to learn and implement best practices for securing servers, networks, and applications in a healthcare environment.

Our company is a full-service medical laboratory dedicated to providing accurate and timely diagnostic services. As we continue to strengthen our IT infrastructure, we are seeking a Cybersecurity Intern to assist in protecting our systems, data, and applications from cyber threats.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in monitoring and maintaining the security of servers, networks, and applications.
  • Help identify vulnerabilities and participate in remediation efforts.
  • Support the implementation of security tools and controls (firewalls, antivirus, SIEM).
  • Assist in auditing access and permissions for applications and infrastructure.
  • Participate in security awareness initiatives and documentation of procedures.
  • Learn to respond to security incidents and assist with investigations under guidance.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Basic understanding of networking, operating systems, and security principles.
  • Familiarity with security tools (antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection, SIEM) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming (Python, Bash, PowerShell) is helpful.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about security threats.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.

What You’ll Gain

  • Practical, hands-on experience in cybersecurity in a healthcare setting.
  • Exposure to real-world tools, practices, and protocols for securing infrastructure.
  • Mentorship from experienced IT and security professionals.
  • Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that protect patient and company data.
  • Networking experience in a professional lab environment.

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