Fall 2026 Co-op, Security Engineer (Undergraduate|Graduate)

Youllgain hands-on experience with:

• Enterprise security tools and technologies used to protect large-scale systems
  Networking and operating systems (Windows/Linux) in real-world environments
  Cybersecurity workflow automation and scripting with Python or PowerShell
  Designing and implementing technical security controls and reference architectures
  Cloud security concepts across platforms like Azure and AWS

A great dayin this role means:

Building your understanding of enterprise security technologies while solving real-world cybersecurity with cross-functional teams learn from experienced engineers and see how your contributions directly strengthen the reliability and security of critical infrastructure.

This is a unique opportunity because:

• Youll gain deep exposure to enterprise security tools and how organizations use them to protect their mission
  Early-career access to security architecture and engineering concepts typically learned later in your career
  Opportunities to contribute to foundational security controls and frameworks used across the organization
  Work that directly impacts system reliability and infrastructure protection

Detailsat a Glance:

• Term:August 19December112026 Full-time Paid

• Location: Carmel IN Housing available for qualified students

• Academic Level:Graduate orUndergraduate (Juniors or Seniors)

• Degree:Computer Science Cyber Security Information Technology or Computer Engineering

Required Technical Skills:

• Foundational knowledge of networking (firewalls TCP/IP concepts)

• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems

• Understanding of cybersecurity tools and concepts (IDS EDR NDR SIEM)

• Exposure to technical security controls (e.g. CIS benchmarks STIGs)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS

• Scripting experience with Python or PowerShell

• Coursework projects or internships related to cybersecurity networking or system security

• Interest in security engineering architecture or automation

By the End of Your Co-opYoullWalk Away With:

• Real-world experience in cyber defense and protecting critical infrastructure

• Exposure to security engineering architecture and technical control implementation

• The ability to apply classroom knowledge to practical cybersecurity challenges

• Professional collaboration experience with cross-functional teams across IT and operations

About MISO

MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million customers. Operating the electricity grid running a robust energy market planning for a bright future itswhat our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day.

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