Cyber Security Intern

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.

Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values:  accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!

• Assist with the daily review of security alerts across enterprise security tools, including SIEM, email security platforms, and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) dashboards.
• Perform initial triage on low‑severity security events, escalating findings as appropriate under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support the maintenance and execution of phishing simulation campaigns, including associated user awareness and training initiatives.
• Review vulnerability scan findings and assist with tracking, validation, and follow‑up activities for remediation items.
• Provide support for light penetration testing activities under supervision, gaining exposure to common attack vectors and defensive controls.
• Assist with documentation of security processes, findings, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security team members to understand real‑world security operations and incident response workflows.
• Participate in cross‑functional learning opportunities, with the ability to gain exposure to Security Analytics and Identity & Access Management (IAM) functions.
• Apply curiosity, attention to detail, and a security‑first mindset to daily tasks and learning opportunities.

Required Qualifications