Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Intern

Job Description

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We are seeking a motivated intern to join our Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity Design & Integration team. This internship offers hands-on exposure to critical infrastructures industries – including Water utilities, data centers, and transportation systems – where cybersecurity plays a vital role in ensuring safety, resilience and compliance.

Responsibilities

As an Intern within our team, you will work alongside highly experienced consultants and technical experts to support projects such as:

• Design Research and Documentation: Work with the Design Team Lead and members to pull together and document research important to the design process regarding existing environment conditions (Brownfield) and new design options (Greenfield) as directed.
• Visio Diagram and Spreadsheet Development: Assist in developing Visio diagrams of network topologies and process flows. Assist in the development of spreadsheets to capture data for the design process and potential final documentation.
• Engineering Assistance: Support efforts of Engineering in the design process as necessary to facilitate development and in industrial control systems (ICS) and OT networks. Assist in Functional and Detail Design documentation and the documents that support them.
• Implementation Support: Participate in the implementation and integration of systems at the direction of the Engineers. Efforts include inventory inspection, assembly and racking of equipment, cabling and labelling, and configuration at the direction of the Engineer.
• Cross-functional Projects: Assist other groups with client-focused solutions that integrate cybersecurity consulting with network design, engineering and digital technologies.

Required Skills & Qualities

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in fast-paced environments.
• Curiosity and willingness to tackle complex challenges.
• Enthusiasm about OT & critical infrastructure protection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good organizational skills & teamwork.
• Familiarity with some cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, IEC 62443).

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of Network technologies.
• Knowledge of ICS/OT environments (SCADA, PLCs, industrial networks).
• Experience in cybersecurity competitions (e.g., Capture the Flag) or case challenges.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio & Project.

Minimum Education & Preferred Focus Areas

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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