Prodigy Info Tech - Cyber security Internship Task List Cybersecurity Internship Tasks - Prodigy-Infotech
This repository documents the cybersecurity tasks and projects I undertook during my internship at Prodigy-Infotech. The internship offered me valuable hands-on experience in tackling real-world security challenges faced by enterprises, helping me to develop and apply my technical skills in cybersecurity.
Purpose
The tasks in this repository were designed to enhance my knowledge and skills in various domains of cybersecurity, including:
Network Security: Safeguarding networks from unauthorized access and vulnerabilities.
Threat Analysis and Mitigation: Identifying, analyzing, and neutralizing potential threats to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data.
Enterprise Security Best Practices: Implementing effective strategies to secure organizational assets against cyberattacks.
Experience Gained
Throughout the internship, I had the opportunity to:
Gain a deeper understanding of corporate cybersecurity frameworks: Explored industry standards like NIST, ISO 27001, and other security protocols.
Work on live security projects: Applied theoretical concepts to practical situations, enhancing systems' resistance to attacks.
Strengthen technical skills in cybersecurity tools: Hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark, Metasploit, Nessus, and others.
Understand threat intelligence workflows: Analyzed and interpreted security incidents, applying mitigation strategies.
Improve teamwork and communication skills: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex cybersecurity challenges.
Key Projects
Here’s an overview of some significant tasks and projects included in this repository:
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Network Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing: Identified weaknesses in corporate network infrastructure and suggested actionable remedies.
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Incident Response and Analysis: Investigated simulated and real incidents to develop robust incident response plans.
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Secure System Design: Assisted in designing and implementing secure configurations for systems and applications.
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Cyber Threat Monitoring: Set up and monitored security information and event management (SIEM) systems to detect potential threats