Cyber security data engineer

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Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You'll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

Comcast's Summer Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build lasting connections, and grow professionally in a dynamic and inclusive environment. This paid, 11-week immersive experience places interns at the heart of our business, working alongside talented professionals on meaningful projects that contribute to real outcomes. As a trusted member of the team, you'll gain exposure to the inner workings of a global media and technology company while developing skills that will serve you well in any career path.

Job Description

Your experience will include:

• Hands-On Learning & Impactful Work : Tackle real business challenges, collaborate across teams, and contribute ideas that drive results from day one.
• Community, Connection & Giving Back : Build meaningful relationships through social events, peer engagement, and shared experiences. You'll also have the opportunity to give back through Team UP, Comcast's volunteer initiative, deepening your connection to both your community and your fellow interns.
• Mentorship & Support : Receive guidance from experienced professionals through our dedicated mentorship program, helping you navigate your internship and beyond.
• Professional Development: Participate in a custom onboarding experience, a curated learning series, and networking events designed to help you build new skills, explore career paths, and gain insights from professionals from across the organization.
  
  

At Comcast, we're committed to investing in the next generation of innovators and leaders. Our Summer Internship Program is a transformative experience designed to help you grow, connect, and take the next step in your professional journey.

Organization & Team Overview

Comcast's Technology & Product organization designs, develops and supports innovative products and services that bring broadband, wireless, video and voice experiences to residential and business customers throughout the world, with more than 57 million customer relationships across the U.S. and Europe. The team also works to ensure the performance of our network in the U.S., including speeds and capacity that customers rely on to stay connected to what matters most, and builds and operations mission-critical systems, including those that monitor our network and its associated cloud infrastructure.

In Comcast Cyber Security Software Engineering, we craft cutting-edge security frameworks that protect everything from small IoT devices to vast, globally distributed systems. Our mission is to empower Comcast and its partners by safeguarding their products, bridging any security gaps with our innovative solutions. Proudly built on 100% Comcast intellectual property, our software needs no third-party commercial licenses.

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated Data Science & AI Security Co-op/Intern to join our software engineering and product team. This role provides hands-on experience applying data science and artificial intelligence to evaluate security events, enhance data pipelines, and communicate findings. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and enthusiastic about leveraging technology to improve security outcomes.

What are some interesting problems the student will work on?

• Real-world exposure to security data analytics and AI-driven analysis.
• Collaboration with experienced data scientists, security engineers, and analysts.
• Experience in developing reports, visualizations, and recommendations that impact organizational security posture.
• Opportunity to contribute to the evolution of security data collection and analysis practices.
  
  

Where can this student make an impact?

A student in this data science and AI security role can make a substantial impact by driving improvements in analysis capabilities, data integrity, and organizational awareness, while also contributing fresh perspectives and technical solutions to ongoing security challenges. Their analytical work not only helps protect the organization but can also shape future practices, tools, and policies.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Analyze Security Events
• Collect, analyze, and interpret large sets of security-related data to identify trends, anomalies, and patterns.
• Assess and validate detected security incidents using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Improve Data Sources
• Evaluate the quality and completeness of current security data sources; recommend and help execute improvements to data collection and enrichment processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to enhance data pipelines and integrate new telemetry or threat signals.
• Generate Insights & Reports
• Produce clear, actionable reports summarizing analyzed data, security event trends, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Visualize findings effectively using data visualization tools and build dashboards as needed.
• Present key observations and contribute to organizational security posture assessments.
• Support AI-driven Security Solutions
• Participate in the development and validation of AI/machine learning models for threat detection, event correlation, and security automation.
• Assist in documenting model development, evaluation processes, and outcomes to support transparency and governance.
• Collaboration and Learning
• Engage with cross-functional teams (security, engineering, operations) to refine requirements and validate findings.
• Attend meetings and trainings to expand knowledge of cybersecurity, data science methodologies, and AI.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Foundational knowledge of statistics, data analysis, and machine learning.
• Programming experience with Python (libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn), SQL, Databricks, and JavaScript or shell scripting.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals, such as security events, threats, or incident response workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn new tools, frameworks, and security concepts.
• Preferred Majors: Data Science, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
  
  

Minimum Qualifications And Eligibility Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from a United States-based college or university
• Rising Junior or Rising Senior only (must have a graduation date between Winter 2026- Spring 2028)
• Returning to degree-program (for at least a semester) after the completion of the summer internship (meaning, student must be returning to school for Fall 2026 semester before graduating)?
• Available to work 40 hours per week over the course of the summer program starting June 1, 2026, through August 14, 2026
• Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship needs
• Available to report in-person to the work location on the job posting (unless virtual offering)?
  
  

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills

Relationship Building; Professional Etiquette; Accountability; Teamwork; Resilience; Communication

Salary

Base Pay: $32.00

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

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Relevant Work Experience

0-2 Years

Job Family Group: Functional Operations

Intern Rotational: Intern

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