Intern, Cybersecurity

NY HELP No

Agency Empire State Development, NYS

Title Intern, Cybersecurity

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $16 to $16 Hourly

Employment Type Per Diem

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12245

Duties Description Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.JUSTIFICATION:The Cybersecurity Summer Intern position will foster and promote SUNY student talent by providing experiential learning opportunities and supporting the development of a future cybersecurity workforce for New York State government.BASIC FUNCTION:- Assist with monitoring and analyzing cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents- Support the implementation of cybersecurity controls, policies, and best practices- Assist with incident response activities and post-incident reporting- Collaborate on special cybersecurity projects and presentationsWORK PERFORMED:- Assist in assessing system, network, and application security risks- Support vulnerability scanning, patch management, and system reviews- Participate in security awareness, compliance, and documentation efforts- Conduct research on emerging cyber threats, technologies, and regulatory requirementsLearning Objectives/Skills to be developed:- Apply cybersecurity theory in real-world environments- Gain exposure to cyber defense operations, governance, and risk management- Strengthen technical, analytical, research, and communication skills- Develop professional readiness for entry-level cybersecurity roles- and project support as needed to advance NY Ventures initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications - Applicant Major: Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program. Cyber Security (Required)- Operating Systems: Windows 10/11; basic Linux command-line usage (e.g., Ubuntu, Kali)- Networking & Security Tools: Vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, OpenVAS); SIEM or log analysis platforms (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel - exposure level); Firewalls and endpoint protection concepts.- Productivity & Collaboration Tools: Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams); Zoom; Version control basics (e.g., Git/GitHub)Knowledge Required: - Foundational knowledge of computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity principles- Understanding of cybersecurity policies, risk management, and compliance concepts- Strong written and verbal communication skills- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion- Customer service experience, including phone support- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate effectively as part of a team- Strong work ethics, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills

Additional Comments June 15th - August 7th

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for considerationWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY