This summer, I am interning as a Cybersecurity Analyst Intern with The University of Scranton’s Information Security team. Through this internship, I hope to gain a deeper understanding of how cybersecurity professionals protect organizations from cyber threats and manage security in a real-world environment. As a Cybercrime and Homeland Security student, I have learned about topics such as network security, cyber investigations, risk management, and cyber intelligence in the classroom. This internship provides an opportunity to see how those concepts are applied in practice while working alongside experienced professionals. I am looking forward to learning more about the day-to-day responsibilities of cybersecurity analysts and gaining exposure to the tools and technologies used to defend organizational systems and data.
During my internship, I am excited to gain hands-on experience with areas such as vulnerability management, security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and cybersecurity awareness initiatives. I hope to learn how security teams identify potential risks, investigate suspicious activity, and implement solutions to strengthen an organization’s security posture. In addition to technical skills, I am interested in learning how cybersecurity professionals collaborate with employees across different departments to promote security best practices. Developing both technical knowledge and professional communication skills will help me become a more effective cybersecurity practitioner.
I believe this internship will have a significant impact on my career path because it will allow me to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting while helping me identify areas of cybersecurity that interest me most. As someone who is passionate about cybersecurity and cyber investigations, I hope this experience will provide valuable insight into potential career opportunities and help prepare me for future roles in the field. Overall, I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, expand my skill set, and continue building a strong foundation for a career in cybersecurity.
I created this tri-fold display for an Information Security event held in the DeNaples Center to educate students, faculty, and staff about the importance of cybersecurity and information security. The display focused on several key topics, including password safety, recognizing phishing attempts, safe Wi-Fi practices, and mobile device security. The goal was to provide attendees with practical tips they could apply in their daily lives to better protect their personal information and online accounts. Through this project, I gained experience communicating cybersecurity concepts to a non-technical audience and learned the importance of security awareness in helping prevent cyber threats.
– Alex Steele, Cybercrime & Homeland Security 2027
This internship sounds like a great experience. It’s exciting that you’ll get the chance to apply what you’ve learned in class to real-world situations and learn from professionals in the field. I’m sure the hands-on experience will help you grow both technically and professionally. Wishing you the best this summer and looking forward to hearing about everything you learn!
This sounds like a great experience to get in person work within cybersecurity! I’m happy to hear that this is something you are passionate about. I’m glad you get to put your future career path into play!
I’m glad you have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your field. We have a great IT department, and I know you will gain valuable skills and knowledge!
Very exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience! The trifold display is very informational – well done!