Cyber Security Intern (Unpaid Internship)

SMS Associates · India

Job Title: Cyber Security Intern

Location: On-site

Employment Type: Internship

Duration: 3 Months

Stipend: Unpaid

Company Description 

SMS Associates is a legal practice based in India that covers a broad range of legal domains. The firm has particular expertise in Intellectual Property, Family, and Cyber Laws, providing clients with specialized guidance in these areas. In addition to legal services, SMS Associates supports clients by testing servers and websites, helping them identify vulnerabilities and improve security. This combination of legal and technical capabilities offers a unique environment for learning about the intersection of law, technology, and cybersecurity.

About the Role 

SMS Associates is looking for a motivated and technically inclined Cybersecurity Intern to join our team. The role is primarily focused on the investigations and technical aspects of cybersecurity, with an opportunity to work at the intersection of cybersecurity, digital investigations, and legal matters.

The intern will gain practical exposure to cybersecurity assessments, digital evidence, incident analysis, cyber investigations, and technical documentation while working under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with cybersecurity assessments and technical security reviews.
• Support digital forensic and cyber investigation activities.
• Assist in the identification, preservation, collection, and analysis of digital evidence.
• Perform basic log analysis, network analysis, endpoint analysis, and system investigations.
• Assist with OSINT and threat intelligence research.
• Conduct vulnerability identification and basic security testing under supervision.
• Analyze suspicious activities, incidents, emails, files, systems, and other digital artefacts.
• Assist in preparing technical investigation reports, findings, and documentation.
• Maintain proper documentation and evidence-handling records to support the integrity and potential legal admissibility of digital evidence.
• Research emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and security controls.
• Support the cybersecurity team in developing technical findings and recommendations.

Requirements

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Good understanding of networking, operating systems, cybersecurity fundamentals, and information security concepts.
• Basic knowledge of Windows/Linux environments, TCP/IP, DNS, and system logs.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity or forensic tools is an advantage.
• Basic scripting knowledge in Python, PowerShell is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good technical documentation and report-writing skills.
• Willingness to learn and work on real-world cybersecurity and investigation-related matters.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and professional handling of confidential information.

What You Will Gain

• Practical exposure to cybersecurity and digital investigations within a legal environment.
• Hands-on experience with technical investigation and forensic processes.
• Understanding of how digital evidence is collected, analysed, documented, and presented in legal matters.
• Exposure to real-world cybersecurity incidents, assessments, and investigations.
• Experience working with cybersecurity tools, techniques, and industry practices.
• Mentorship and guidance from professionals working across cybersecurity and law.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is a fresher or has 1-2 years of experience and is genuinely interested in the technical side of cybersecurity and wants to explore a career involving cybersecurity investigations, digital forensics, incident response, and cyber law.

Candidates who enjoy investigating technical problems, analyzing evidence, understanding how systems work, and finding answers through technical analysis are particularly encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

• Please send your CV to techteamsmsassociates@gmail.com or apply through LinkedIn.