Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

About the role

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.

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.

Requirements

• 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, DNS, DHCP, firewalls).

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Pay

This is an hourly role that will pay $16.00 per hour.

Schedule

This is a part-time temporary position for the 2026-2027 season. Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.