Cyber Security Operations Student

Cyber Security Operations Student role at Daktronics

Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting‑edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events, attract customers worldwide, and guide people in their daily lives.

At Daktronics, you’ll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands‑on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices.

You’ll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position, ensuring you feel supported and are successful.

At Daktronics, you’ll experience challenging and meaningful work; you will hit the ground running. We expose you to multiple facets of IT Infrastructure (Servers, Networking, Workstations) and Cyber Security. You’ll sharpen troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, grow in knowledge and experience, and may rotate to different responsibilities.

• Work within IT Security Operations team on activities to solve problems.
• Assist in security operations center activities.
• Troubleshoot and investigate security events.
• Assist with vulnerability management activities, including patching of workstations and servers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Work with Daktronics users and partners on security‑related inquiries, including phishing and social engineering.
• Occasionally work with the IT Infrastructure Operations team.
• Complete work in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
  
  Regularly and reliably work scheduled hours.

Applicants should be available to work approximately 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.

Position has flexibility to work from a U.S. based home office in the Brookings or Sioux Falls, SD area. There will be an occasional need to be present on a Daktronics campus. This position is open to candidates eligible to work in the U.S.

The typical hiring range is $20.00 to $22.00 per hour based on Sioux Falls, SD location. Students with GPA of 3.5 and above may be eligible for a $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed.

Benefits include employee discount program, employee assistance program, community donation program, unpaid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, leaves, disability and accommodations.

• The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credits and currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Cyber Security, Cyber Operations, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related degree.
• The preferred candidate will be in their sophomore or junior year of school.
• Only strong academic performers will be considered. Must maintain an acceptable GPA, with preference to 3.0 GPA or greater.
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for this position.

• Information Technology networking and cyber security is required. Knowledge of Microsoft and Linux operating systems, networking protocols, cyber security best practices preferred.
• Microsoft Windows familiarity including:
  • User accounts and groups
  • Permission set concepts
  • System, application, and security event logs
  • Ability to dig into application and service logs for troubleshooting.

• Candidate should be available to work approximately 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
• Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self‑motivation.
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and start your journey with Daktronics.

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Internship
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries:
  Manufacturing