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Cyber Security Co-op (Winter/Spring 2027) - Group 11-10
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A Security Operations Center Analyst monitors and analyzes security events and instances within an organization's IT infrastructure. Responds to real-time cybersecurity threats, configuring and deploying security infrastructures, and monitoring of ongoing security issues.
$92,238 / year median in Massachusetts
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Cyber Security Co-op (Winter/Spring 2027) - Group 11-10 MIT Lincoln Laboratory United States, Massachusetts, Lexington 244 Wood Street (Show on map) Aug 31, 2026 Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:
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Date:
Aug 31, 2026
Location:
Lexington, MA, US Company:
MIT Lincoln Laboratory Our Cyber Security Team monitors and protects Laboratory research from IT threats. The team operates a security operation center which looks at network traffic to find and eliminate threats from malware, spear fishing, and other attacks against the Lab. The team also looks for any vulnerabilities in our current environment and helps identify and develop solutions to mitigate these risks. Position Description Our Cyber Security Team monitors and protects Laboratory research from IT threats. The team operates a security operation center which looks at network traffic to find and eliminate threats from malware, spear fishing, and other attacks against the Lab. The team also looks for any vulnerabilities in our current environment and helps identify and develop solutions to mitigate these risks. Seeking a qualified co-op candidate to support the Cyber Security Team Winter/Spring 2027. Responsibilities Support day-to-day operations within Cyber Security team
Assist with monitoring and analysis of network traffic and security alerts
Help identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and anomalous activity
Contribute to efforts focused on mitigating cyber security risks
Work collaboratively with cyber security professionals in a mission-driven research environment Qualifications Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Interest in cyber security operations and protecting enterprise systems
Familiarity with basic networking, operating systems, or security concepts
With great attention to detail demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Compensation for 2026 (will be reviewed for 2027)
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$25 - $32 per hour (based on year in school) Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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