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Cyber Defense Internship: Hands-On Pen Testing & SIEM

JanBask

JanBask in Arlington, VA is seeking a motivated early career cybersecurity professional to assist with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security monitoring across LAN, WAN, and cloud. You will learn to use tools, document findings, and contribute to risk assessments. The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and adherence to standards like ISO/NIST, PCI, and FISMA, with guidance from senior engineers. #J-18808-Ljbffr JanBask

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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