Intern – Cloud Solutions and Services (Security)

Role Summary

John Keells Information Technology (JKIT) is a global IT professional services leader and a 100% cloud-native solutions provider. We are seeking a suitably qualified individual for the position of Intern – Cloud Solutions and Services (Security), reporting to the Consultant – Cloud Solutions and Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in maintaining and enhancing cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools and dashboards.
• Supporting cloud security assessments across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP environments.
• Conducting configuration reviews to ensure alignment with cloud security best practices and standards such as CIS Benchmarks, NIST, and ISO 27001.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and remediate cloud security gaps.
• Assisting in the preparation of cloud security documentation including security architecture, policies, and procedures.
• Supporting incident response activities and investigations related to cloud workloads or platforms.
• Monitoring, triaging, and escalating cloud-based security alerts and vulnerabilities.
• Staying updated on evolving cloud security threats, technologies, and compliance requirements while contributing to internal knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate documentation for assigned tasks and engagements.

Requirements/Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Foundational knowledge of public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Basic understanding of cloud security principles including identity and access management and encryption.
• Added advantage: Exposure to tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Defender.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks, NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001