Cyber Security & Microsoft Endpoint Security Intern
Powerdata Group is an Australian ICT consulting company specialising in Data Analytics, AI, Cyber Security, Cloud and Digital Transformation solutions for government and enterprise clients.
We are seeking a motivated Cyber Security Intern to assist with the implementation of Microsoft security controls across Windows endpoints and Microsoft 365 environments. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender, Intune, Entra ID, security hardening, vulnerability remediation and security compliance frameworks.
About Powerdata Group
Powerdata Group is an Australian ICT consulting company specialising in Data Analytics, AI, Cyber Security, Cloud and Digital Transformation solutions for government and enterprise clients.
We are seeking a motivated Cyber Security Intern to assist with the implementation of Microsoft security controls across Windows endpoints and Microsoft 365 environments. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender, Intune, Entra ID, security hardening, vulnerability remediation and security compliance frameworks.
Position Summary
The Cyber Security Intern will work with our technical consultants to implement and validate Microsoft-recommended security controls across Windows workstations and servers.
This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate who has exposure to Microsoft security technologies and wants practical experience implementing enterprise security controls.
Responsibilities
Microsoft Security Hardening
Assist with implementation of Microsoft Defender security recommendations
Configure and test Microsoft Defender Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules
Support implementation of Credential Guard and BitLocker
Assist with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) configuration
Review and remediate Microsoft Secure Score recommendations
Validate security baselines and hardening controls
Endpoint Management
Configure and troubleshoot Microsoft Intune policies




Assist with Windows security baseline deployments
Support device compliance policy implementation
Test Group Policy and Intune configuration changes
Identity & Authentication Security
Assist in implementing:
LDAP Signing
LDAP Channel Binding
NTLM Reduction/Removal
SMB Signing
Multi-Factor Authentication
Conditional Access Policies
Vulnerability Management
Review vulnerability assessment reports
Assist with remediation of identified vulnerabilities
Monitor Defender Vulnerability Management findings
Validate patch deployment and update compliance
Security Documentation
Create implementation guides
Document testing procedures
Record security configuration changes
Assist with audit and compliance evidence collection
Essential Skills
Technical
Exposure to one or more of:
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Windows Server
Active Directory
Group Policy (GPO)
PowerShell
Microsoft 365 Administration
Knowledge
Basic understanding of:
Windows Security
Active Directory Authentication
Network Security Fundamentals
Endpoint Security
Cyber Security Concepts
Vulnerability Management
Soft Skills
Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills
Attention to detail
Good written communication
Ability to follow technical procedures
Willingness to learn new technologies
Desirable Skills
Experience with any of the following would be highly regarded:
Credential Guard
Attack Surface Reduction Rules
Microsoft Secure Score
CIS Benchmarks
Essential Eight
BitLocker
Defender Vulnerability Management
Azure Security
Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit




Security hardening projects
Security assessments or penetration testing
Qualifications
Currently studying or recently completed:
Cyber Security
Information Technology
Computer Science
Information Systems
Network Engineering
Microsoft certifications are advantageous but not required:
SC-900
AZ-900
MS-900
SC-200
SC-300
What You'll Gain
Real-world Microsoft security implementation experience
Exposure to government and enterprise security environments
Hands-on Defender and Intune administration experience
Exposure to Essential Eight and security compliance frameworks
Mentoring from experienced consultants
Potential pathway to ongoing employment
Requirements
1. Attack Surface Reduction Experience
Have you ever configured or tested Microsoft Defender Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules? If yes, which rules have you worked with and how did you validate that they were operating correctly?
Looking for: Hands-on Defender experience, not just theoretical knowledge.
2. Intune & Endpoint Security
Describe a Microsoft Intune policy that you have created or modified. What problem was it solving and how did you deploy and test it?
Looking for: Practical configuration experience.
3. Active Directory Security
What is LDAP Signing and why would an organisation want to implement it? Have you ever participated in a project involving Active Directory security hardening?
Looking for: Understanding of directory security and authentication controls.
4. Vulnerability Remediation
Tell us about a security vulnerability or security recommendation you helped investigate or remediate. What was the issue and what actions did you take?
Looking for: Problem solving and practical security exposure.
5. PowerShell & Automation
Can you provide an example of a PowerShell script you have written or modified? What did it do and how was it used?
Looking for: Ability to automate security and endpoint management tasks.
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📌 Cyber Security & Microsoft Endpoint Security Intern (Melbourne)
🏢 Powerdata Group Consulting
📍 Melbourne