Cybersecurity Intern
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Position Summary
This position is for a Cybersecurity Intern (Offensive Security). As a part of the offensive security team, you will learn security assessment methodologies, assist engineers in performing security assessments through penetration testing, help create new tools and documentation to improve the red team’s processes. You will get real-world exposure to penetration testing and writing detailed after-action reports, under the supervision of an engineer.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability. The main goal of this internship is to learn and get practical experience.
Essential Job Functions (include but are not limited to the following)
- Assist social engineering engagements, external, internal, and webapp engagements.
- Perform social engineering engagements under the supervision of a consultant.
- Perform vulnerability assessments on a quarterly basis for subscription clients.
- Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols.
- Developing tools that aid penetration testing workflow.
- Write detailed after-action reports for delivery to clients.
- Uphold the values of ProCircular and abide by the Company handbook.
Position Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and abilities required. Employees who do not possess the requirements for a job at the time of hire will not be considered for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Working towards a degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Technical minded and driven.
- Capable of working effectively independently and in a team environment
- Must be self-motivated, goal and detail-oriented
- Flexible and adaptable to changing work environment
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time efficiently
- Communicate positively with clients and escalate any issues and/or messages accordingly
- Must be able to use Microsoft Word and Excel efficiently
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience with common scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
- Exposure to penetration testing methodology.
- Foundational knowledge of networking technology.
- Proficiency with Windows/Linux concepts.
- Involvement in the security community.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Working towards a degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Must have a natural drive for learning.
Language Requirements:
The primary language of ProCircular is English. Excellent communication skills are required, defined as the ability to:
- Actively listen for total
- Ask questions that enhance the understanding of a certain
- Relay information and/or instruction in a descriptive and understandable fashion in both written and verbal format.
Reasoning Ability Requirements:
High-functioning, reasoning abilities are necessary to meet deadlines, prioritize company and customer needs, and work in a high functioning collaborative team environment.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs. may be necessary from time to time. Must be able to sit for long periods of time, view a computer monitor, and type frequently/constantly (up to 8 hours a day).
Travel Requirements:
Valid driver’s license is required for frequent travel.
Schedule Expectations
Our normal hours of operation are from Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Part-Time: Part-Time employees are defined legally as working on average less than 20 hours per week.
Supervision Requirements
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Performance Expectations
All teammates are evaluated at least annually on their performance based on the essential job functions in this job description, along with ProCircular’s Core Values:
It’s about people
- People define every part of our business. Growth potential is based on the abilities and personalities of the people Technology solutions are a part of the equation, but it’s the people in an organization that define its true security. We work hardest when we’re supporting one another. We take care of each other; we take care of our families, and in doing so we take better care of our customers.
Fear is the mind killer
- We don’t let fear define the need for our services and we don’t present a problem without discussing realistic response or mitigation There’s more than enough to worry about in life and plenty of people telling us to be afraid. We’re solutions people, not fear mongers.
Strong opinions lightly held
- Opinions are important—they coalesce facts, reason, experience, and judgment into actionable points of view. We present our opinions with logic and reason rather than emotions, offering several alternatives to each challenge and the supporting data. The rejection of an idea is not a rejection of the individual or their merit. Everyone has a voice and a chance to speak, regardless of title, station or
Quality over speed, speed over cost
- Every organization must consciously balance quality, speed, and We will always put the quality of our work first. We make great efforts to move quickly, but never at the expense of quality. While we strive to keep our services affordable, we never choose an inexpensive alternative that will adversely impact quality or speed.
Cool heads, warm hearts
- We keep a cool head and help others do the same, especially in a We approach adversity with patience, logic, and understanding. Mistakes happen; we don’t hide, ignore, condemn, or fear them. Mistakes are opportunities to exemplify honesty, accountability, professionalism, tolerance, and grace. Instead of pointing a finger, we use humor, empathy, and fun when it matters most.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
- We treat each other how we hope to be treated. We don’t yell; we aren’t condescending, and we always try to understand the other person’s perspective, before reacting to it. We keep it light and we listen. We extend this principle to our customers, and we understand that talking down to them is the easiest way to send them to a
Tomorrow just happened
- Life is what happens when we’re busy making other plans. We work hard on today but we’re always thinking about the We take extra time to make sure we’re learning and looking ahead. No matter what your discipline or area of expertise, you’re adding your capabilities to the long-term plan for the organization and its clients.