Internship Remote Devsecops Engineer Jobs in Rosemont, IL

The Cybersecurity Analyst supports the organization's information security operations by monitoring systems, identifying potential security threats, responding to incidents, and helping maintain a secure IT environment. This role involves working with security tools, performing vulnerability assessments, and assisting in the implementation of cybersecurity best practices. It is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or professionals with 0–2 years of experience looking to build a career in cybersecurity.

• Monitor security alerts and events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
• Identify, investigate, and respond to potential cybersecurity incidents
• Perform vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation efforts
• Monitor network traffic to detect suspicious or malicious activity
• Assist in implementing and maintaining security controls, policies, and procedures
• Support endpoint protection, firewall, antivirus, and email security solutions
• Conduct security audits and ensure compliance with organizational security standards
• Assist with user access management, identity, and access control processes
• Document security incidents, investigations, and remediation activities
• Collaborate with IT teams to strengthen infrastructure security and resolve security issues
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, network administration, or information security (internships are acceptable)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls)
• Familiarity with operating systems including Windows and Linux
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and incident response
• Understanding of common cyber threats such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering
• Basic knowledge of security tools such as SIEM, antivirus, endpoint protection, or vulnerability scanners is preferred
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to learn new security technologies and industry best practices

• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Defender, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Wireshark, Nessus, Qualys, CrowdStrike, or Palo Alto Firewalls
• Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Bash is a plus
• Understanding of cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Google Cybersecurity Certificate, or ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) are a plus

• Primarily office-based or remote/hybrid work environment
• Occasional after-hours support during security incidents or maintenance windows
• May participate in on-call rotations for incident response
• Fast-paced environment requiring attention to detail and timely response to security events
• Opportunity to work with enterprise security technologies and cross-functional IT teams