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Security Intern - Summer of 2026 at Nerdio in Remote
InternshipRemoteFull-timeRemote$31k–$42k/yr
Skills
cybersecuritysiemendpoint protectionnetworking fundamentalsanalytical skillswritten communication
Job Description
Summary: Nerdio is a company focused on simplifying IT professionals' lives by optimizing Microsoft cloud technologies. They are seeking a motivated Security Operations Intern to support their Security team with daily monitoring, incident response, and operational initiatives in a fast-paced technology environment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform first-level alert triage and response for security monitoring tools (SIEM, EDR, email security, etc.)
- Investigate and document security alerts, escalating issues when appropriate
- Support the organization’s phishing awareness and response program, including reviewing reported emails and assisting with user education efforts
- Assist with general security operations tasks, including log review, ticket management, and tool optimization
- Create and update security documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Participate in light threat hunting activities, analyzing logs and telemetry for suspicious activity
- Assist in writing or tuning detection rules under guidance from senior security team members
- Contribute to improving operational workflows and automation where possible
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts (e.g., phishing, malware, SIEM, endpoint protection)
- Familiarity with networking fundamentals and common attack vectors
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written communication skills (documentation quality is important in this role)
- Eagerness to learn and take initiative
Required Skills: Cybersecurity, SIEM
Important Skills: Endpoint protection, Networking fundamentals
Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Written communication
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer
Benefits: Competitive Base and Incentive Plan, Stock Options, Health and Welfare Plans•, Life and Disability Plans•, Retirement Plan•, Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off, including your birthday off!, Collaborative Team Culture, Benefits for international employees, outside the US, vary by country.
Benefits
Competitive Base and Incentive Plan
Stock Options
Health and Welfare Plans•
Life and Disability Plans•
Retirement Plan•
Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off, including your birthday off!
Collaborative Team Culture
Benefits for international employees, outside the US, vary by country.