SAP NS2 Cybersecurity Operations Intern

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NS2 COMPANY DESCRIPTION

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc.® (SAP NS2®) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP.  At SAP NS2, we leverage best-in-breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives, assets and information of Americans.  We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

This position requires access to customer data; Must be a U.S. citizen.  SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role.  All internals must have manager’s approval to transfer. 

This internship can be remote, local to Herndon, VA, or local to Newtown Square, PA. 

Job Summary:
SAP NS2 is seeking a Cybersecurity Operations Intern to support the Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC). This internship is designed for college students pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields who are interested  in gaining hands-on experience in enterprise security operations. The intern will work alongside experienced cybersecurity professionals and gain exposure to real-world threat detection, incident response, , and security monitoring in a high-assurance  environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with monitoring and analyzing security alerts and events using SIEM and other cybersecurity monitoring tools under the guidance of senior analysts.
• Support Tier 1 analysts in the identification, triage, and documentation of  potential security incidents and suspicious activity.
• Participate in incident response activities, including evidence collection, basic analysis, and post-incident documentation.
•  Help document security incidents, procedures, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the CSOC.
• Conduct Research on  emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and present findings to the team.
• Assit with maintaining and updating incident response procedures, standard operations procedures (SOPS), and playbooks
• Collaborate with CSOC team members on day-to-day operational tasks and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as threat analysis, vulnerability management, and network security.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as SIEM platforms, firewalls, or antivirus software (Splunk experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems, and basic scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell is a plus).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent writing skills.

Preferred Skills:
• Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP). • Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.

What the Intern We Gain:

• Hands-on experience working in a real Cybersecurity Operations Center  environment.
• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals
• Practical experience that directly support future SOC or cybersecurity analysts roles
•  Exposure to incident response workflows and enterprise security tooling
• A chance to contribute to meaningful projects that protect critical systems and data.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.  

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Requisition ID: 445549  | Work Area: Administration  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Student  | Employment Type: Limited Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid