Cyber Security - Intern

Our cybersecurity team dedicated to enhancing security in an everevolving digital landscape. Our mission is to protect data strengthen cyber defenses and help organizations safeguard themselves against complex threats. We are looking for a motivated and curious Cybersecurity Intern to join our team contribute to meaningful projects and make a tangible impact on the security of Ridgeline its people and its customers.

As a Cybersecurity Intern you will work alongside experienced professionals gaining handson experience in core cybersecurity disciplines such as log analysis detection engineering security monitoring remediation and incident response. Interns at Ridgeline actively participate in threat hunting vulnerability management and security recommendations to protect enterprise systems and networks. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to learn grow and make a real impact we would love to meet you.

This internship is part of our 2025 summer internship cohort but may offer ongoing opportunities beyond the summer term.

What You Will Do:

• Analyze log data to identify indicators of anomalous or suspicious activity.
• Develop detection logic to alert on potential security threats.
• Conduct research on emerging cyber threats that could impact infrastructure information systems or data.
• Evaluate external threat intelligence sources to assess risks and support threat detection efforts.
• Assist in log analysis and data correlation to detect suspicious or malicious behavior.
• Support incident response activities by collecting and analyzing relevant data during investigations.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of security documentation policies and procedures.

What You Will Learn:

• Establish baseline log activity for a customer platform.
• Develop and implement automated security alerts tailored to a customer platform.
• Utilize machine learning algorithms to identify deviations from baseline activity.
• Analyze log activity against known threat profiles and conduct investigations into suspicious activity.
• Continuously assess and enhance data collection strategies for improved security insights.
• Participate in crosstraining opportunities to gain exposure to different cybersecurity roles.
• Assist in developing incident response playbooks and procedures for specific adversary threats.
• Collaborate with the blue team to enhance defensive measures against adversary tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs).

Qualifications :

MustHaves:

• Currently pursuing a technical degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Information Technology or a related field.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Experience automating simple recurring tasks using Python PowerShell or another programming language.
• Strong problemsolving skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to conduct opensource research to supplement cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
• Eagerness to learn about cybersecurity threats tools best practices and technologies.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts operating systems internals and security principles.

Why Join Us

• Handson experience in realworld cybersecurity projects.
• Mentorship from industry professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful security initiatives.
• A collaborative and fastpaced learning environment.

Additional Information :

Internship Details:

• Ridgelines 2025 Internships begin on June 2 2025 and extend through August.
• Internships are predominantly situated at Ridgelines headquarters campus in McLean VA. However in certain instances remote work may be allowed.
• Applicants must be capable of remaining stationary for 50 of the time. Occasionally movement within the office environment may be required.
• The role involves continuous interaction with computers and other office productivity equipment.

Ridgeline is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender gender identity or expression veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system please contact Ridgelines Talent Management Department ator contact us through email at