Intern | Cyber Security

Cybersecurity Intern (Cloud/SaaS) Role Summary / Purpose The Cybersecurity Intern will support Epicor’s Cybersecurity teams in safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate and customer hosted environments. This role is hands‑on and designed for candidates interested in and seeking exposure to threat hunting, AI‑assisted security operations, cloud security engineering, secure development practices, and application security testing. The intern will gain experience working with real production systems, modern security tooling, and SaaS‑scale defensive practices while contributing to detection, response, automation, vulnerability analysis, and secure software development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Cybersecurity Operations (SecOps) Support daily monitoring, triage, and analysis of security alerts, leveraging SIEM, EDR, and AI‑assisted detection platforms. Participate in threat hunting activities by analyzing log data, anomalies, cloud telemetry, and behavioral indicators to identify emerging threats. Assist in initial investigation and support Tier‑1/Tier‑2 teams in diagnosing potential security events. Learn and apply Epicor’s incident response processes; contribute to evidence collection and documentation. Use AI‑enhanced capabilities to speed up alert triage, pattern recognition, and threat intelligence correlation. Cybersecurity Engineering Support the engineering team in improving security control automation across cloud and hybrid environments (Azure, AWS). Identify new solutions to increase and improve Epicor’s security posture. Participate in configuration reviews, baseline hardening, and compliance checks against internal standards. Explore opportunities to build security automation using scripting or modern languages (Python, PowerShell, or Go). Application Security Assist in conducting secure code reviews, using SAST/DAST & SCA tooling and AI‑augmented code analysis. Support threat modeling discussions with developers. Participate in dependency vulnerability tracking (SCA tools) and remediation planning. Learn and apply modern AppSec practices for SaaS applications (input validation, authentication flows, secure APIs, OWASP Top 10). Security Program & Continuous Improvement Contribute to developing and updating security standards, playbooks, and internal documentation. Help evaluate emerging security technologies, especially AI‑driven defensive tools. Participate in internal knowledge‑sharing, user awareness initiatives, and technical write‑ups. Required Skills & Qualifications Education Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field—or relevant alternative coursework (bootcamps, certificates, hands‑on labs, etc.). Technical Skills Foundational experience with: Operating systems (Windows, Linux) Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, firewalls, proxies, VPNs) Scripting or programming skills (Python preferred; PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, or Go beneficial) Interest or exposure to: Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS; GCP optional) Security tools (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, code scanners) Container security (Docker/Kubernetes) Version control (Git/GitHub) Optional but valuable: Familiarity with secure coding principles API security basics Understanding of identity platforms (e.g., Entra ID/LDAP) Preferred Certifications (Not Required) To reflect modern entry‑level expectations, this section replaces legacy emphasis on mid‑career certifications: Preferred early‑career certifications: CompTIA Security+ ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Google Cybersecurity Certificate Microsoft SC‑900 / AZ‑900 / MS‑900 GIAC Foundational (if available) Optional advanced certifications (beneficial but not expected for interns): CEH, eJPT/eWPT, eCPPT, OSCP, GIAC GSEC [Role Summa...y (Intern) | Word] Competencies & Behaviors Strong analytical skills and curiosity—especially for identifying anomalies or suspicious activity. Interest in adversarial thinking, reverse‑engineering, or red/blue team concepts. Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across Security Ops, Engineering, IT, and Development teams. High motivation to learn cloud security and AI‑enabled security technologies. Strong organizational skills and willingness to document findings clearly. Experience Coursework, labs, personal projects, or hands‑on experience from internships/bootcamps. Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity through: Participation in CTFs, hackathons, or cybersecurity clubs Self‑hosted home labs GitHub projects, coding exercises Cloud certifications or hands‑on learning platforms (TryHackMe, HackTheBox, Immersive Labs) About Epicor At Epicor, we’re truly a team. Join 5,000 talented professionals in creating a world of better business through data, AI, and cognitive ERP. We help businesses stay future-ready by connecting people, processes, and technology. From software engineers who command the latest AI technology to business development reps who help us seize new opportunities, the work we do matters. Together, Epicor employees are creating a more resilient global supply chain. We’re Proactive, Proud, Partners. Whatever your career journey, we’ll help you find the right path. Through our training courses, mentorship, and continuous support, you’ll get everything you need to thrive. At Epicor, your success is our success. And that success really matters, because we’re the essential partners for the world’s most essential businesses—the hardworking companies who make, move, and sell the things the world needs. Competitive Pay & Benefits Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health and wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Internal Mobility: Opportunities for mentorship, continuing education, and focused career goal setting, with 25% of positions filled internally. Career Development: Free LinkedIn Learning licenses for everyone, along with our Mentoring Program to boost your personal development. Education Support: Geographically specific programs to balance the cost of education with the benefits of continued learning and personal development. Inclusive Workplace: Collaborate with a diverse team in an inclusive, global workplace that fosters innovation and celebrates partnership. Work-Life Balance: Policies built on mutual trust and support, encouraging time off to rest, recharge, and reconnect. Global Mobility: Comprehensive support for international relocations and permanent residency processes. Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement  Epicor is committed to creating a workplace and global community where inclusion is valued; where you bring the whole and real you—that’s who we’re interested in. If you have interest in this or any role- but your experience doesn’t match every qualification of the job description, that’s okay- consider applying regardless.  We are an equal-opportunity employer.  Recruiter: Christi McCall At Epicor, we know that success comes from working together. Everyone has a role to play, and it’s the essential partnerships across our company that are crucial to our customers' success and our growth as a business. We’re truly a team. Working in close partnership, we bring wide-ranging talents together in powerful collaborations. We think innovatively, share our knowledge generously, and constantly learn from our colleagues. We’re proud of the success we achieve every day, but we never stop challenging ourselves and encouraging each other. Together, we go further and imagine an even brighter future. Whatever your career journey, we’ll help you find the right path. Through our training courses, mentorship, and continuous support, you’ll get everything you need to thrive. At Epicor, your success is our success. And that success really matters, because we’re the essential partners to the world’s most essential businesses – the hardworking companies who make, move, and sell the things the world needs. Thank you for considering a career with Epicor. Whether you're exploring opportunities on our careers page, preparing for a phone screen or interview, have already applied, or have been through our application process, we appreciate your interest and the time you have invested. We are committed to showing you how much we care about your future. Epicor Career Assistant can help you land a job nearly 2.5x faster than the national average. We've brought you the best job searching tools all in one place, at no cost to you. At Epicor, we believe putting people first is the right thing to do. Click here to get started. 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