This internship is designed for individuals passionate about cybersecurity who wish to build strong skills in both offensive and defensive security practices. As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will participate in Red Team and Blue Team activities, audit Google Cloud infrastructure, and promote a security-first mindset throughout the development lifecycle. The position is remote, open to candidates based anywhere in Pakistan, and requires part-time availability during evening to night hours. This unpaid internship lasts between 3 to 5 months, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent role upon successful completion. You will collaborate with teams located in Karachi and Toronto, gaining valuable cross-regional experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Red Team simulations by emulating real-world cyberattacks on internal systems and services.
- Identify vulnerabilities in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) configurations, applications, and APIs.
- Perform penetration testing, social engineering simulations, and privilege escalation assessments.
- Design and monitor defense mechanisms using Cloud Monitoring, Logging, and Security Command Center tools.
- Improve intrusion detection and incident response processes to enhance overall security posture.
- Harden Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) settings, and containerized workloads.
- Execute security audits and threat modeling exercises for internal projects.
- Develop and test internal tools aimed at automating threat detection and patch management.
- Document security findings, recommend remediation strategies, and work closely with development teams to implement fixes.
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including OWASP guidelines, threat modeling, and secure design concepts.
- Practical experience with GCP security tools such as IAM, Security Command Center (SCC), Key Management Service (KMS), and VPC Service Controls.
- Familiarity with penetration testing tools like Burp Suite, nmap, and Metasploit.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps workflows and secure Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
- Ability to analyze security logs, decode payloads, and interpret security events effectively.
- Balanced expertise in both offensive security techniques and defensive strategies.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
This internship offers a dynamic, security-focused environment where you will face real-world cybersecurity challenges and gain hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure security. The part-time schedule provides flexibility, making it suitable for students or professionals seeking to enhance their skills alongside other commitments. While the internship is unpaid, it presents a valuable opportunity to develop practical expertise and build a professional network. Successful interns may be considered for permanent positions, providing a clear career pathway. The fully remote nature of the role supports candidates across Pakistan, encouraging diversity and inclusion. Immediate availability is preferred to begin contributing to critical security initiatives without delay.
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