UM IT Private Limited Cybersecurity Internship 2026

Opportunity Overview

Attribute	Details
Organisation	UM IT Private Limited
Role Title	Cybersecurity Intern
Location / Work Model	100% Remote (India)
Program Duration	3 Months
Employment Type	Internship (Performance-Based Stipend)
Stipend Range	₹7,500 – ₹15,000 (Performance-Based)
Target Audience	Students or recent graduates in CS, IT, or Cybersecurity
Career Progression	Potential full-time opportunity (PPO) based on performance
Application Fee	Free

The Cybersecurity Intern participates in hands-on threat identification, system monitoring, risk assessment, and vulnerability management:

[Threat Research & Reconnaissance] ➔ [Vulnerability Assessment] ➔ [System Monitoring] ➔ [Audit & Documentation]

Vulnerability Assessment & Pen Testing: Assist engineering teams in identifying security flaws, performing basic penetration testing, and evaluating system weaknesses.
Security Monitoring: Monitor networks and infrastructure for potential security risks, anomalous traffic, and real-world cyber threats.
Audit Support & Compliance: Help prepare documentation for internal security audits, risk assessment frameworks, and policy compliance.
Threat Intelligence: Research emerging cybersecurity threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and vector trends to support proactive security defenses.

Educational Background: Currently enrolled student or recent graduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related engineering streams.
Core Knowledge: Foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, OSI Model, Subnetting) and core security fundamentals.

Domain	Competencies & Tools
Network Analysis	Packet capture and analysis using Wireshark
Reconnaissance & Scanning	Network discovery and vulnerability scanning using Nmap
Security Concepts	Fundamentals of firewalls, encryption protocols, ethical hacking, and threat vectors
Documentation & Soft Skills	Technical report writing, analytical thinking, and team collaboration

Performance Stipend: Earn between ₹7,500 and ₹15,000 based on performance metrics throughout the 3-month duration.
Professional Certification: Certificate of Internship upon successful completion.
Full-Time Conversion: High-performing interns are eligible for full-time career placement within UM IT Private Limited.
Hands-on Exposure: Practical work on real-world system auditing and threat identification.

[Application Submission] ➔ [Resume & Skill Screening] ➔ [Technical Interview / Assessment] ➔ [Onboarding]

Application Review: Evaluation of academic background, coursework in security/networking, and tool familiarity (Wireshark, Nmap).
Technical Assessment / Interview: Discussion covering networking fundamentals, security protocols, vulnerability scanning scenarios, and practical tool knowledge.
Internship Offer: Cohort allocation, project onboarding, and assignment of security tasks.