Cybersecurity Intern - Summer

Position: Cybersecurity Intern - Summer 2027
## Cybersecurity Intern - Summer 2027

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Fort Wayne, IN:
Part time:
Posted Yesterday:
REQ: 742

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:
* 2026 Great Places to Work Certified
* Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
* Company paid parental leave
* Generous time off package
* Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment
* Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees  
** Position Summary
** This position supports the IT and cybersecurity team in implementing and maintaining security measures across the organization. This role is designed for individuals eager to learn about cybersecurity in a corporate environment, working closely with experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in defending against evolving cyber threats. The intern will assist with daily security operations, participate in projects, and help ensure the organization’s systems remain secure and resilient.

** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Assist in implementing, maintaining, and upgrading security measures, policies, and controls under supervision
* Support vulnerability management processes, including tracking and documenting remediation efforts
* Help analyze security incidents and participate in root cause investigations
* Contribute to the implementation of security tools and processes
* Assist in monitoring the organization’s security posture and identifying potential vulnerabilities
* Support network security controls (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and endpoint protection systems
* Participate in efforts to counter security breaches and reduce future risks
* Support corporate identity solutions, including Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra
* Help implement and maintain identity protection tools
* Contribute to the Security Awareness Training program
* Assist with SIEM system monitoring.
* Help write reports and provide insights on security policies and incident responses
* Perform analysis of security events and logs  
** Education and Qualification Requirements
*** Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
* Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices
* Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and cloud identity solutions (preferred)
* Interest in account management, password policies, and access control principles
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to maintain confidentiality