Cybersecurity Intern
Dexter's Tech
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Job Description
About Dexter's Tech
Dexter's Tech is a tech-focused career development organization dedicated to equipping students and graduates with industry-relevant skills and hands-on experience. Through structured training and internship programs, the organization helps build strong foundations in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and risk management.
Role Overview: Cybersecurity Intern
As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will work closely with the IT security team to support threat monitoring, vulnerability assessment, and incident response activities. This role is ideal for students or fresh graduates looking to begin a career in Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, Information Security, or Network Security.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts, logs, and potential incidents.
- Assist in identifying vulnerabilities and implementing preventive security measures.
- Support penetration testing and risk assessments under expert supervision.
- Draft and update cybersecurity policies, documentation, and compliance reports.
- Assist IT teams during incident response and security investigations.
- Research emerging cyber threats, malware patterns, and attack techniques.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related fields.
- Basic understanding of network security concepts, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and security protocols.
- Familiarity with tools such as Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite, or Kali Linux (preferred).
- Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities is an added advantage.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
What You Will Gain
- Stipend: ₹7,500 – ₹15,000 (Performance-Based)
- Certificate of Internship
- Hands-on exposure to industry-standard cybersecurity tools and environments
- Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals
- Networking opportunities and placement assistance
- Potential full-time role based on performance
Equal Opportunity for All
Dexter's Tech is an equal opportunity organization committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Key skills/competency
- Cybersecurity
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Incident Response
- Network Security
- Ethical Hacking
- Digital Forensics
- Risk Management
- Security Protocols
- OWASP Top 10
- Security Analysis
How to Get Hired at Dexter's Tech
- Research Dexter's Tech's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight cybersecurity coursework, projects, and relevant tools like Wireshark or Metasploit.
- Showcase your skills: Prepare to discuss network security, OWASP Top 10, and incident analysis in detail.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Be ready to explain how you approach security challenges and analytical tasks.
- Emphasize learning potential: Express enthusiasm for growth in ethical hacking and digital forensics during interviews.
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