Security Research Intern

Technology, Data & Digital · IT Infrastructure & Security · Cybersecurity · Software Engineering

In short

As a Security Research Intern at Microsoft, you will design and conduct security research, including malware analysis, threat and vulnerability analysis, and threat intelligence. You will contribute code to automation solutions and work on a cutting-edge cloud security platform leveraging machine learning to detect emerging threats.

Responsibilities

Analyze threat trends and anomalies to determine operational impact and potential mitigation strategies.
Process threat reporting from internal and external sources.
Identify security defects, vulnerabilities, and deficiencies in security guidance.
Contribute code to technical implementation and automation of solutions for security issues.
Engage in measures to protect tools, techniques, information, and results of security practices.
Respond to incidents for systems or products as needed.
Use results from pen testing to improve products and services.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field.
Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the internship.

Benefits

Work on real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world.
Opportunity to build community, explore passions and achieve goals.
Chance to bring solutions and ideas to life while working on cutting-edge technology.

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