GE Vernova OT Cybersecurity Control System of the Future Intern Summer 2026
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Job Location:
Schenectady, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 27 - 31
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Description
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a tangible impact on the worlds energy infrastructure Join our team as an OT Cybersecurity Intern where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the operational technology networks that power our communities. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge cybersecurity and power generation focusing on developing solutions that are not only robust and compliant but also intuitive and easy for our customers to manage and maintain.
Project Outcomes:
1) Aid in evaluating and implementing security controls such as network segmentation access control patch management and security monitoring within OT environments.
2) Participate in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving the usability and maintainability of our cybersecurity offerings ensuring they are practical for operations personnel.
3) Contribute to the creation of documentation templates and best practices that help customers easily achieve and maintain compliance with NERC CIP EU CRA and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks.
4) Assist in the design development and testing of cybersecurity features and solutions for GE Vernovas power generation OT products and services. Focus on integrating security controls in a way that minimizes operational complexity for end-users.
Primary Skills Developed:
1) Hands-on experience with real-world cybersecurity challenges in a critical infrastructure sector.
2) Mentorship from industry-leading cybersecurity experts and engineers to develop a deeper understanding of OT centric cybersecurity.
3) Opportunity to contribute to solutions that protect essential services and enhance customer operational resilience.
4) A deeper understanding of power generation technologies and the balance between cybersecurity and operational requirements.
5) Deep understanding of regulatory compliance (NERC CIP EU CRA) and its practical application.
Basic Qualifications:
-Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or Cybersecurity.
-Minimum GPA of 4.0/5.0.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with zero-trust cybersecurity principles
Basic knowledge of industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus OPC UA) or SCADA systems.
Benefits Available to you:
Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and at GE Vernova we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize order to meet this mission we provide varied competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture GE Vernova ()
The pay for this position ranges from $27-31/hr. based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed
This position is also eligible for:
- Relocation Assistance:Co-op/Interns will be reimbursed for reasonable proper and documented expenditures incurred while initially reporting to work and returning to school/home upon completion of the assignment. Employees with a permanent address greater than 50 miles away from the work location are eligible.
- Housing Allowance:Co-op/Interns employees receive a weekly housing allowance to help off-set living expenses when the co-op/Interns permanent residence is at least 50 miles away from the work location.
- Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services
- GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after their accumulated service reaches 90 days and they meet any other eligibility requirements as defined in the plans. (Eligibility occurs on the 1st of the month following the 90th day.)
General Electric CompanyRopcor Inc. their successors and in some cases their affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e. is a Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Inclusion
At GE Vernova we believe in the value of your unique identity background and experiences. We are committed to fostering aninclusiveculture where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: position will remain open until at least November 1 2025.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
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- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
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