Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: IT Security Intern Location: Surulere, Lagos Employment Type: Internship
Job Summary
The IT Security Intern will support the Security and IT teams in monitoring systems, managing access, updating patches, and protecting company data.
This role is a hands-on opportunity for a focused and hardworking female graduate to gain practical experience in cybersecurity and corporate IT operations.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor systems: Watch networks and applications for suspicious activity and alerts.
Manage access: Handle user account creation, password resets, and access reviews.
Maintain systems: Deploy security patches, software updates, and antivirus definitions.
Track inventory: Keep accurate records of hardware, software, and IT licenses.
Troubleshoot issues: Solve basic hardware, software, network, and security problems.
Gather logs: Assist with incident investigations by collecting technical logs.
Build awareness: Promote phishing prevention, strong passwords, and safe data handling.
Provide helpdesk support: Deliver basic onsite IT support to staff as needed.
Requirements
Gender: Female candidate.
Education: B.Sc., B.Tech, or HND in Computer Science (or related IT/Cybersecurity disciplines).
Experience: 0–1 year of experience (Fresher).
NYSC: Must have completed the National Youth Service Corps programme.
Technical basics: Foundational knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS), OS (Windows/Linux), firewalls, encryption, and antivirus tools.
Soft skills: Strong communication, sharp analytical/problem-solving skills, and great attention to detail.