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Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

Shift: 1st

Starting Compensation Range: $23.49 - $29.55 per hour 

This paid, hourly position is ideal for a student or early-career individual interested in security operations, threat detection, and incident response. The intern will gain hands-on experience reviewing security alerts, investigating anomalies, and helping ensure timely follow-up on potential security issues across the company's hybrid IT environment.

What You Will Do: 

• Review daily security logs and alerts generated by endpoint detection tools (e.g., EDR platforms)
• Identify, triage, and document suspicious or anomalous activity
• Escalate confirmed or high-priority issues to senior security staff following established procedures
• Track open security tickets/alerts through to resolution and maintain accurate documentation
• Assist with basic threat research to help distinguish false positives from genuine risks
• Support the team in identifying recurring patterns or trends across log data
• Help maintain logs, reports, and dashboards used for internal reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For: 

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent training/certification path)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, firewalls, DNS)
• Familiarity with common cybersecurity concepts (malware, phishing, endpoint security)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures
• Good written communication skills for documenting findings clearly
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive security information
• Eagerness to learn; no prior professional experience required
• Exposure to a SIEM or EDR tool (e.g., Huntress, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), preferred
• Coursework or certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, or similar, preferred
• Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python), preferred

What Success Looks Like In This Role: 

• Reviewing daily security logs and alerts generated by endpoint detection tools (e.g., EDR platforms)
• Accurate identification, triage, and documenting of suspicious or anomalous activity
• Escalating confirmed or high-priority issues to senior security staff
• Accurately tracking open security tickets/alerts through to resolution documentation
• Working effectively, both independently and in team settings
• Promoting a positive customer experience
• Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

What You'll Gain:

• Real-world exposure to a live enterprise security environment
• Mentorship from experienced IT security professionals
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard monitoring tools
• Insight into compliance frameworks relevant to a CMMC Level 2 organization

Physical Requirements: 

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms
• Periodically moving/pushing/transporting 30 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: 

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance 
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery. 

Come build what matters and build your future with us. 

This is a paid, hourly, part-time position. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience and academic level, in accordance with Carter Machinery's internship pay guidelines. Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply. 

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.