Student Service - IT Security Operator (REMOTE, IN, US)
Job Summary
*MUST BE CURRENTLY ENROLLED AT PURDUE UNIVERSITY, PURDUE NORTHWEST, PURDUE FORT WAYNE, PURDUE INDY, OR PURDUE GLOBAL AND HAVE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF SCHOOL REMAINING BEFORE GRADUATION*
Gain Experience working in a Security Operations Center! We are hiring for full time for the summer of 2026 which can lead to part-time during the fall/spring semesters.
As a leading institution of learning, research, and innovation, Purdue University is committed to excellence not only in academia but also in the realm of cybersecurity. With an expansive network, diverse user base, and a vast repository of sensitive data, our university stands as both a beacon of knowledge and a prime target for cyber threats. The IT Security Operator supports full-time security analysts in their daily functions. This includes responding to security incidents, communicating with users and IT departments, monitoring/managing toolsets, and implementing new processes.
You will learn about technology utilized across the cybersecurity industry:
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Pay Rate: $15/Hour
Job Duties
Assist IT Security Analysts with routine operational responsibilities such as incident response, user communication, documentation, and proactive cyber defense.
Develop, improve, and maintain existing tools, processes, and procedures.
Support Customers by accurately and concisely communicating with users and other IT units.
Required Skills
Knowledge of IT concepts and network fundamentals
Basic understanding of cyber threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
Familiarity with security tools (firewalls, anti-virus, etc.)
IT certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSOC, GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or other security-related credentials are highly desirable