Voltus · 8 hours ago
Security Engineering Intern
United States
Internship
Remote
InternVoltus is a remote energy startup focused on providing intelligent solutions for the grid. They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Security Intern to join their team and gain hands-on experience in addressing real-world security challenges. The intern will support various security functions, focusing on process improvement and automation while working closely with the security, engineering, and IT teams.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyEnergy ManagementOil and GasPower GridSmart Building
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in the triage, prioritization, and tracking of vulnerabilities identified in our systems and applications
Contribute to the security risk assessment process by documenting potential threats and associated controls
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of security documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident response playbooks
Assist in the real-time monitoring of security alerts and logs generated by various security tools (SIEM, endpoint detection, firewalls, etc.)
Contribute to efforts related to understanding software dependencies and the security of the software supply chain
Assist in reviewing and providing feedback on engineering design documents from a security perspective
Support compliance efforts, including data gathering and documentation for audits such as SOC 2
Help maintain and improve security policies and procedures, focusing on making them clear and actionable
Assist in defining and implementing a clear division of security and IT responsibilities (e.g., RACI matrix)
Identify opportunities to automate manual security tasks, such as access reviews and compliance evidence collection, to enhance efficiency
Support the integration of security workflows with internal tooling and systems
Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn about security best practices, cloud security (e.g., AWS services), and vulnerability management
Seek out opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve operational processes
Maintain clear and concise documentation of work, including process write-ups and risk summaries
Develop an awareness of security tools used for:
Vulnerability detection and scanning
Logging, monitoring, and alerting in a cloud environment
Managing application dependencies and software artifacts (SBOM)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related technical field OR currently pursuing Master's degree with relevant technical background
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems and command-line tools
Proficiency in scripting/programming (Python, Bash, Go, or similar)
Understanding of core security concepts: authentication/authorization (OAuth, RBAC), network security, encryption, vulnerability management
Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or similar)
Strong written and verbal communication skill - you'll be writing technical documentation, policies, and status reports
Proficiency with common office applications and collaborative tools (e.g., Google Workspace)
Preferred
At least one prior security, DevOps, or infrastructure internship OR 1+ years relevant work experience
Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation) or CI/CD pipelines
Previous involvement in audit or compliance processes
Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS strongly preferred, GCP or Azure)
Prior work with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, AWS Inspector, Snyk, etc.)
Understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Nomad, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with API security and authentication patterns
Benefits
Remote Environment
Hands-on experience with enterprise-level security practices and compliance standards
Opportunity to work remotely with a dynamic, dedicated team
Direct exposure to high-impact projects, including application security, infrastructure security, and compliance
Mentorship from experienced security professionals
Company
Voltus
Voltus provides cash-generating energy products to commercial, institutional, and industrial customers.
Founded in 2016
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$66.1MKey Investors
Activate Capital PartnersNGP Energy Technology PartnersPrelude Ventures
2021-05-13Series C· $31M
2020-10-29Series B· $25M
2017-10-23Series A· $10.1M
Leadership Team
Dana Guernsey
Chief Executive Officer
Matthew Plante
Co-founder and President
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