FM IT/OT Infrastructure & Security Co‑op - Winter/Spring 2026
Job ID 2025-16023 Date posted 11/10/2025 Primary Location Norwood, Massachusetts Hiring Range: $24.00 - $28.00 Workstyle On-SiteOverview
-
Full Time
-
Level: Mid
-
Travel: Yes
Success Profile
What makes a successful Intern at FM?
Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Client/Customer Focus
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Ensures Accountability
- Technical Knowledge
- Communicates Effectively
- Problem Solving
Testimonial
When you're invested in solving challenges, it helps to be with a company that invests in your success.
My parents have always instilled in me the concept of working hard, having fun, thinking long term and planning for the future. FM Global is exciting, innovative and dynamic, and with so many professional opportunities here, it's also a company where you can spend your whole career and never get bored. I remember back during one of my initial interviews with FM Global, a manager shared that over 80% of the office staff had been with the company since they graduated college. That kind of longevity is one of the reasons I decided to work at FM Global. I'm proud to work for a company that invests in its employees and trains them to be the best. The willingness to learn is universal, the exposure to knowledge is infinite and the different career paths are endless. The opportunities to think long term don't get much broader.
Kevin — Group Manager Account Engineering — Employee Since 2008
Responsibilities
We’re seeking a hands-on co-op who loves hardware and networking and is eager to grow into the security domain. This role involves working in a physical lab environment with servers, virtualization platforms, networking gear, and security tools. You’ll gain exposure to both IT and OT systems, supporting infrastructure hardening, network segmentation, and integration with cloud services.
Evaluate and repurpose lab servers for various use cases.
Assess and document virtualization platforms (vSphere, Proxmox, Hyper-V); recommend optimal solutions.
Configure and segment networks using VLANs, trunk ports, and firewall rules; document L2/L3 network designs.
Manage a small Active Directory domain; apply hardening best practices including GPO baselines and auditing.
Implement on-premises multi-factor authentication (MFA) for target services.
Set up patch management and conduct vulnerability scans using tools like Tenable or Qualys.
Monitor logs using a SIEM (e.g., Splunk); build basic alerts and dashboards.
Capture and analyze network traffic (PCAPs); write incident and analysis reports.
Assist with AWS data integration (e.g., VPC, S3, routing).
Support IIoT/OT demo environments in segmented zones.
Must-Have Skills:
Currently enrolled in a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong networking fundamentals: IPv4 subnetting, VLANs, trunking/tagging, routing basics, TCP vs UDP, DNS, DHCP, NAT/PAT.
Experience with switch/firewall configuration via console and CLI.
Familiarity with virtualization platforms: vSphere, Proxmox, or Hyper-V.
Windows Server & Active Directory: user/group management, OU/GPO basics, initial hardening.
Understanding of MFA concepts (preferably open-source solutions).
Experience with OS imaging, drive wiping, and clean installs.
Basic storage knowledge: RAID levels, NAS setup, SMB/NFS permissions.
Proficiency with packet analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump).
Exposure to patching and vulnerability scanning tools.
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
AWS basics: VPC, subnets, routing, S3, and log/data integration.
Experience with SIEM/log management tools (e.g., Splunk).
Hands-on experience with pfSense, OPNsense, Cisco, Palo Alto, or Fortinet devices.
Familiarity with IIoT/OT protocols and platforms (Modbus, DNP3, OpenPLC).
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
