DevOps Engineer Intern - job 1 of 2

As a DevOps Engineer Intern at CyberArk, you will engage in numerous exciting responsibilities, such as writing Jenkins pipelines using Groovy, implementing infrastructure as code with Terraform in AWS, and developing Python applications that run on Docker. Additionally, you'll handle bug fixes and feature requests for existing infrastructure, actively participate in agile ceremonies, and showcase your work to the team. This role is designed to provide you hands-on experience in a fast-paced cybersecurity environment.

The ideal candidate for the DevOps Engineer Intern position at CyberArk should be pursuing a degree in information security or computer science. You should have technical experience in cloud infrastructure, CI/CD environments, and familiarity with AWS services. Experience with configuration management tools like Terraform or Ansible, an understanding of Kubernetes, and some software development experience in programming languages such as Python, Go, or JavaScript are also preferred.

CyberArk values growth and learning, especially for interns. In the DevOps Engineer Intern position, you will gain practical experience working on mission-critical systems in a red-host cybersecurity environment. You'll enhance your technical skills through hands-on tasks, collaborate with seasoned professionals, and participate in Agile processes, preparing you for potential full-time opportunities in the future.

To thrive in the DevOps Engineer Intern role at CyberArk, you need a strong desire to work in automation, an aptitude for thinking like an attacker, and excellent communication skills. Attention to detail is crucial, as is an understanding of information security across various platforms. You'll also need to manage multiple interdependent tasks effectively, showcasing your organizational skills.

The salary range for the DevOps Engineer Intern position at CyberArk falls between $32 and $40 per hour, reflecting our commitment to attracting top talent and providing competitive compensation for the valuable contributions you'll make to our team.

When discussing DevOps, focus on its essence—collaboration between development and operations to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and deliver applications faster. Explain how DevOps principles promote automation, continuous integration, and continuous deployment, highlighting the importance of agility in today's tech environment.

Share your enthusiasm for CyberArk's mission in identity security. Discuss how the internship aligns with your educational background and career aspirations. Emphasize your desire for hands-on experience in cybersecurity and your interest in automation, infrastructure management, and working in a collaborative team environment.

Be prepared to discuss technologies relevant to the DevOps Engineer Intern position, such as Jenkins for CI/CD, Terraform for infrastructure as code, AWS services like EC2, and Docker for containerization. Providing specific examples of your experience with these tools can demonstrate your practical knowledge and readiness for the job.

Outline a systematic approach, starting from reviewing logs and pipeline configurations to identifying errors. Discuss the importance of checking each step in the pipeline and using debugging tools to trace the source of the issue. This showcases your analytical skills and methodical thinking, both vital for a DevOps role.

Explain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) as the practice of managing and provisioning IT infrastructure through machine-readable configuration files rather than physical hardware configuration. Illustrate its importance in creating measurable, consistent environments faster while reducing the risk of human error, emphasizing its relevance in a DevOps context.

Discuss your hands-on experience with AWS, touching on specific services you've used, such as EC2 for computing, S3 for storage, or VPC for networking. If applicable, share a project experience where you utilized these services and the impact it had on your learning and development.

Provide a clear definition of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), discussing how it automates the software release process. Highlight the benefits, such as faster release cycles, higher application quality, and improved collaboration among teams, showing your grasp of its significance in modern software development.

Discuss strategies you use to track tasks, such as to-do lists or project management tools. Emphasize your ability to evaluate the urgency and importance of each task, balancing workloads, and being adaptable to changes, which is crucial in a fast-paced environment like DevOps.

Talk about incorporating security practices such as code reviews, automated testing, and keeping dependencies updated. Mention the significance of a secure coding mindset and how understanding potential vulnerabilities can lead to better security measures in software development.

Reflect your understanding of CyberArk's mission in identity security and how your skills can contribute to it. Express your eagerness to learn, assist in enhancing operational efficiencies, and participate in project initiatives aimed at improving CyberArk’s product offerings, showing your proactive stance to teamwork and impact.