IT Security Intern at DP World in Auburn Hills, MI

Summary: DP World is a global trade company dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world. They are seeking an IT Security Intern to support their Security Hardening Initiative through a structured summer internship program, providing hands-on experience in enterprise cybersecurity operations and cross-team collaboration. Responsibilities: - Review and analyze email security threats, assisting with investigation, categorization, and recommended remediation actions - Support analysis of internal and external security advisories to identify potential impact to enterprise systems and recommend appropriate mitigation steps - Assist in maintaining Active Directory hygiene, including review of privileged access, stale accounts, and adherence to security best practices - Validate enforcement and effectiveness of security controls across Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, DLP Sensitivity Labels, and related platforms - Support monitoring and review of Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) alerts and related security tooling - Participate in security hardening initiatives by identifying configuration gaps and assisting with remediation activities - Submit and track Requests for Change (RFCs) within internal change management systems to support security improvements - Collaborate cross-functionally with Infrastructure, IT Operations, and Security teams to implement and validate security enhancements - Lead a defined 10-week Security Hardening project aligned to departmental priorities, delivering measurable improvements to the organization’s cybersecurity posture - Document findings, process improvements, and business impact of security initiatives to support governance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement - Present project outcomes, key learnings, and business impact to Security and IT Leadership during the final week of the internship Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field - Demonstrated interest in information security operations, cybersecurity governance, or infrastructure security - Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles including threat detection, access management, vulnerability management, and risk mitigation - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and identify root causes - Ability to interpret technical documentation and security advisories - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings and present technical information clearly - Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams - High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory and Microsoft 365 - Exposure to email security platforms, endpoint security, network security concepts, or Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) Required Skills: Cybersecurity, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft 365 Important Skills: Intrusion Prevention Systems, Email Security Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills