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Offensive Security/Penetration Testing Intern Jobs in Albuquerque, NM at Securin Inc.
Title: Offensive Security/Penetration Testing Intern
Company: Securin Inc.
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Who We Are And What We DoSecurin is a leading provider of tech-enabled Cybersecurity Solutions. We partner with hundreds of customers worldwide to uplevel their security posture and increase resilience against emerging threats.
Why should you be a part of Securin’s success story?
Our employees are the secret behind our successes; they are passionate about security, continuously learning, and committed to collaborating with each other and our customers to protect the organizations they represent. We embrace the latest advancements in cybersecurity and have a forward-thinking approach to tackling emerging threats. Our environment offers the chance to stay at the forefront of the industry, constantly learning and applying new techniques. You will have the opportunity to contribute to developing unique security solutions, experimenting with novel approaches, and address challenges that traditional security frameworks may overlook. We love creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, so if this environment sounds like something you would like to be a part of, there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
Job SummaryAre you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to learn how to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in critical systems? Securin is seeking motivated Offensive Security Interns to join our Offensive Security Group. As part of the team, you’ll gain hands-on experience emulating real-world attacks, conducting offensive security assessments, and contributing to protecting Fortune 100 companies, critical infrastructure, and public sector agencies.
This internship is designed to provide a foundation for students interested in offensive security. It offers mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in conducting offensive security assessments, including red team operations and vulnerability research, under the guidance of senior engineers.
Learn and apply adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to emulate real-world attack scenarios.
Collaborate with team members to identify and report security vulnerabilities, including potential mitigations and fixes.
Contribute to tool development and automation efforts for offensive security tasks.
Research emerging threats, including adversarial tactics against AI systems, and assist in enhancing red team methodologies.
Document findings and support the creation of reports to communicate technical vulnerabilities and recommendations to internal teams.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other related field.
Foundational knowledge of the attack lifecycle, MITRE ATT&CK framework, and cybersecurity concepts.
Familiarity with penetration testing tools (e.g., Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite).
Basic programming skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, C++, JavaScript, or PowerShell).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in capture-the-flag (CTF) competitions or security-focused challenges.
Knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
Awareness of adversarial machine learning or AI security concepts.
Key Traits And Competencies
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Eagerness to learn and explore offensive security, vulnerability research, and real-world threats.
A proactive attitude toward contributing to team suc…
