Cencora
Cybersecurity Engineering Internship Program
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to gain hands-on experience in protecting critical systems and data? Join our Cybersecurity Engineering Internship Program, where you will work alongside seasoned professionals to learn, innovate, and contribute to safeguarding our organization's digital assets. This internship is designed to provide you with real-world exposure to the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity and help you develop technical and analytical skills in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of security solutions, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection. Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security risks. Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by system logs, SIEM tools, and other monitoring platforms. Support incident response efforts by investigating, documenting, and mitigating potential threats. Perform research on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and security technologies, and present findings to the team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into software development, IT infrastructure, and business processes. Assist in the development and documentation of security policies, procedures, and training materials. Participate in security audits and compliance testing to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Work on special projects, such as improving automation in threat detection or implementing new security features. Qualifications Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Must not require sponsorship to work in the US, now or in the future Technical Skills Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, such as encryption, authentication, and network security. Familiarity with tools such as Wireshark, Nessus, Kali Linux, Metasploit or equivalents Experience with programming/scripting languages like Python, Java, or Bash is a plus. Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.). Any relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP) are a bonus but not required. Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to gain hands-on experience in protecting critical systems and data? Join our Cybersecurity Engineering Internship Program, where you will work alongside seasoned professionals to learn, innovate, and contribute to safeguarding our organization's digital assets. This internship is designed to provide you with real-world exposure to the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity and help you develop technical and analytical skills in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of security solutions, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection. Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security risks. Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by system logs, SIEM tools, and other monitoring platforms. Support incident response efforts by investigating, documenting, and mitigating potential threats. Perform research on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and security technologies, and present findings to the team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into software development, IT infrastructure, and business processes. Assist in the development and documentation of security policies, procedures, and training materials. Participate in security audits and compliance testing to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Work on special projects, such as improving automation in threat detection or implementing new security features. Qualifications Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Must not require sponsorship to work in the US, now or in the future Technical Skills Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, such as encryption, authentication, and network security. Familiarity with tools such as Wireshark, Nessus, Kali Linux, Metasploit or equivalents Experience with programming/scripting languages like Python, Java, or Bash is a plus. Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.). Any relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP) are a bonus but not required. Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.