Cybersecurity Co-op

Duke Energy Corporation

. Gain hands-on experience securing critical operational technology environments supporting the electric grid .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeLake Mary • Florida • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong foundational knowledge in cybersecurity principles, programming languages, and operational technology environments, with a focus on supporting electric grid reliability and resilience. Capable of contributing to cybersecurity assessments, vulnerability management, and compliance within the electric utility sector.

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Cybersecurity PrinciplesProgramming LanguagesVulnerability ManagementCloud EnvironmentsData Analysis

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Hard Skills

JavaPythonSQLAngularLinuxWindowsActive DirectoryInfrastructure as CodeNetworkingAgile Methodology

Soft Skills

Willingness to LearnGrowth MindsetReliability

Tools & Technologies

Pivotal Cloud FoundryAzureAWS

Industry Keywords

Cyber Asset ManagementIncident ResponseRisk ManagementComplianceElectric Utility Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityJavaJavaScriptLinuxPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gain hands-on experience securing critical operational technology environments supporting the electric grid
Support substation cybersecurity, cyber asset management, vulnerability management, patching, compliance, risk management, incident response, and cybersecurity program governance
Work alongside cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and operations personnel
Support asset inventory reconciliation, cybersecurity assessments, technology deployments, process improvement, and data analysis
Develop technical and professional skills
Gain insight into Duke Energy's cybersecurity program, electric utility operations, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity's role in power-grid reliability and resilience
Work from remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period
Complete a 16-week co-op session
Work 5–15% travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in an IT or Engineering related major, such as Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Software Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
Must not graduate prior to August 2027
Must possess all basic/required qualifications to be considered
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Reliable, consistent transportation required for timely arrival at the applicable facility
Desired: Previous internship experience
Desired: GPA of 3.5 or higher
Desired: Knowledge of programming languages, operating systems, and computer networks
Desired: Familiarity with Angular or another JavaScript-based framework, Java, Python, and private and/or public cloud environments including Pivotal Cloud Foundry, Azure, and AWS
Desired: Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles
Desired: Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Active Directory, Infrastructure as Code, Networking, Data Center Infrastructure, relational databases, SQL, and Agile Methodology
Desired: Willingness to learn and growth mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Extensive training programs
Mentorship opportunities
Career development resources
Flexible work schedules
Remote work options
Employee wellness programs
Housing stipend available when applicable
Relocation assistance as applicable (not provided for this position)