CPT Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs
Cybersecurity Analyst CPT jobs require your role to directly support coursework in information security, network defense, or a related field, your DSO must authorize the position before you start. Most qualifying roles involve threat monitoring, vulnerability assessment, or incident response aligned to your degree program.
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The Auburn University Cybersecurity team protects, detects, and responds to cyber activity, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the University’s data and systems. The Cybersecurity Analyst Internship will primarily focus on Security Operations Center activities while assisting the Cybersecurity Program with various projects and activities. We mentor, train, and prepare you for a successful career beyond the classroom. While focusing on detection and response activities in the SOC, the Internship will have the opportunity to shadow other cybersecurity professionals focused on network, system, and cloud security. The internship also provides opportunities to support the development of the Cybersecurity team’s next phase of artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities within the Security Operations Center, including exposure to AI-driven security tools, workflows, and security considerations.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and triaging alerts with detection and monitoring tools, responding to Tier 1 cybersecurity incidents, and escalating as needed.
- Complete a required summer project or summer subproject assigned within the first few weeks of the internship, aligned to Security Operations Center priorities and the intern’s interests.
- Assist with the evaluation, testing, or refinement of AI enabled security tools and processes used within the SOC.
- Document security procedures, incident response activities, or project outcomes to support operational maturity and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with full-time cybersecurity staff and other interns in a team-based SOC environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled student at Auburn University.
- Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Design, Computer Programming, and Information Systems Management majors.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
PAY RANGE: USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
- Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
- Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
- Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
Overview:
The Auburn University Cybersecurity team protects, detects, and responds to cyber activity, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the University’s data and systems. The Cybersecurity Analyst Internship will primarily focus on Security Operations Center activities while assisting the Cybersecurity Program with various projects and activities. We mentor, train, and prepare you for a successful career beyond the classroom. While focusing on detection and response activities in the SOC, the Internship will have the opportunity to shadow other cybersecurity professionals focused on network, system, and cloud security. The internship also provides opportunities to support the development of the Cybersecurity team’s next phase of artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities within the Security Operations Center, including exposure to AI-driven security tools, workflows, and security considerations.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and triaging alerts with detection and monitoring tools, responding to Tier 1 cybersecurity incidents, and escalating as needed.
- Complete a required summer project or summer subproject assigned within the first few weeks of the internship, aligned to Security Operations Center priorities and the intern’s interests.
- Assist with the evaluation, testing, or refinement of AI enabled security tools and processes used within the SOC.
- Document security procedures, incident response activities, or project outcomes to support operational maturity and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with full-time cybersecurity staff and other interns in a team-based SOC environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled student at Auburn University.
- Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Design, Computer Programming, and Information Systems Management majors.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
PAY RANGE: USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
- Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
- Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
- Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
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Get Access To All JobsCybersecurity Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does my cybersecurity coursework have to match my CPT job duties exactly?
Not word-for-word, but the connection must be direct and documentable. Your DSO will evaluate whether duties like threat hunting, SIEM analysis, or penetration testing align with your enrolled courses. A role focused purely on IT helpdesk or hardware support is unlikely to qualify, even within a cybersecurity team. Bring a copy of your job description to your DSO appointment.
Can I do CPT at a cybersecurity consultancy or staffing firm rather than an end-client employer?
CPT authorization is issued for a specific employer of record, not the end client site. If a staffing firm places you at a client's security operations center, your I-20 lists the staffing firm as your employer. Confirm with your DSO that the staffing arrangement is acceptable and that the firm can provide an offer letter detailing your actual cybersecurity duties.
How do I find cybersecurity employers who are comfortable with CPT authorization?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with a documented history of sponsoring international students in information security roles. Firms that regularly file DOL Labor Condition Applications for cybersecurity positions already understand work authorization timelines, making the CPT conversation more straightforward than with employers who have no prior experience.
Does using 12 months of full-time CPT disqualify me from OPT later?
Yes. Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS regulations. Part-time CPT of any duration and full-time CPT under 12 months do not affect your OPT. If you're weighing a full-time CPT offer against preserving OPT for post-graduation employment, discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before accepting.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my cybersecurity role changes scope mid-semester?
Your CPT is authorized for a specific position and employer. If your duties shift substantially, such as moving from a defensive security role to offensive red-team work not covered by your original authorization, your DSO may require a new CPT approval and an updated I-20. Notify your DSO before the scope change takes effect, not after.