About the job
Title: Cybersecurity Intern
Department: InfoSec
Revision Date: 4/30/2026
FLSA Status: NonExempt
Location: Remote
Level: S1
Company Overview
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com .
Position Summary
The Cybersecurity Internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to day-to-day security operations within a modern enterprise environment. Interns will work closely with Information Security and Information Technology teams to strengthen technical skills, gain operational experience, and contribute to protecting the organization’s digital assets.
Responsibilities
- Assist with monitoring alerts and logging to identify potential threats
- Support threat intelligence collection and analysis to help detect emerging cyber risks.
- Participate in incident triage and response activities, including evidence collection and documentation.
- Assist with vulnerability scanning, reporting, and remediation tracking across enterprise systems.
- Explore the use of generative AI tools for cyber defense, automation, documentation enhancement, or workflow enhancements.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and assist with documentation/process updates.
- Assist with system hardening, patch validation, account reviews, and CMMC related artifact gathering
- Participate in cross-departmental projects and process improvement initiatives as available
Reuqirements
- Basic knowledge of networking, security principles and operating systems
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn
- Interest in cyber defense, AI-assisted security, and emerging threat landscapes
- Exposure to scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell, a plus
Education
- Currently pursuing a degree or certificate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
About: This position requires compliance with Comtech’s Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements. The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location. Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
