Security Engineer Intern - Detection and Response

Company Description
PKF Algosmic Pvt Ltd focuses on delivering affordable and persistent cybersecurity solutions tailored to each client’s specific needs. The company helps organizations reduce business risk by designing effective, client-specific security programs. This is achieved through a deep understanding of each client’s business context, staff awareness, leadership priorities, and existing security practices. PKF Algosmic works to build resilience against sophisticated cyber threats and supports organizations in strengthening their overall security posture. Team members contribute directly to protecting businesses from evolving cybersecurity risks.
Role Description
The Security Engineer Intern – Detection and Response will support the security team in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents. On a day-to-day basis, the intern will help review alerts from security tools, assist in triaging potential threats, and document findings and incident reports. The role includes contributing to detection rule tuning, researching emerging threats, and supporting the implementation of security best practices across applications and networks. The intern will collaborate with senior engineers to improve incident response playbooks and participate in security assessments and log analysis. This is a full-time, on-site role based in the Pune.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Cybersecurity and Information Security concepts, including threat landscapes, risk, and basic security frameworks.
Knowledge of Application Security practices such as secure coding principles, common vulnerabilities, and basic vulnerability assessment techniques.
Understanding of Network Security fundamentals, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network segmentation.
Interest or introductory experience in Security Engineering, especially in detection and response, log analysis, and incident handling.
Familiarity with SIEM tools or log monitoring platforms, and basic scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) are beneficial.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Ability to learn quickly, follow documented procedures, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills, with attention to detail and adherence to ethical and professional standards.

Work arrangement
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