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Internship, Industrial Security Engineer, Information Security (Fall 2026)

Tesla · Austin, TX · Today
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About the role

The Industrial Security team is seeking a versatile intern to assist with a variety of cybersecurity projects. The role combines elements of a technical engineer, security analyst, and industry compliance specialist.

Responsibilities

  • Apply regulations, standards, and industry best practices to project engagements
  • Develop AI tooling aligned with team objectives
  • Perform analysis on software, hardware, and network architecture to identify security deficiencies
  • Develop and maintain reporting and key metrics for program maturity
  • Assist with operational maintenance and lab testing

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity and/or an engineering-related field with a graduation date between 2026-2027
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Familiar with cybersecurity and/or safety regulations and standards within engineering or critical infrastructure fields
  • Strong understanding of secure architecture, attack surface reduction, and risk assessments
  • Knowledgeable in operational technology, industrial control systems, or cyber-physical systems
  • Knowledgeable in various critical infrastructure industries
  • Experience in one or more: Python, Go, C, Rust, Bash, PowerShell

Qualifications

  • Ability to work 40 hours per week on-site
  • Passionate about cybersecurity within an engineering field
  • Results-driven and excellent at documentation and presentation
  • Ability to extract requirements and apply them to assessments or engagements

Benefits

  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental and vision plans with $0 payroll contribution
  • Company-paid Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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