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Finding Student IT Security Placements in the Industry?

Posted by Cliff on from the finding-the-experience dept.

CABAN writes "I am a third year computer security and investigations student. My program requires a three month placement in the IT security and forensics industry. Finding an appropriate learning environment seems to be harder than I expected. Lack of security clearance, no real world experience and many companies, who just don't see a need for ITS, are the critical shortfalls right now. What tips does Slashdot have for finding organizations who are willing to let students get involved with sensitive security procedures and cases?"

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  1. Try your local Mall by jpsst34 · · Score: 0, Troll

    "What tips does Slashdot have for finding organizations who are willing to let students get involved with sensitive security procedures and cases?"

    I know of one position where you can get involved with the sensitive security procedures of making sure no young punks steal any Hickory Farms Cheese gift packs.

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    How are you going to keep them down on the farm once they've seen Karl Hungus?
  2. Valve! by willith · · Score: 0, Troll

    Hack into Valve's e-mail system. Then, tell them that you did it. They'll make you an awesome job offer--take it!! It worked out great for the last guy!

  3. Re:Security Clearance? What the heck... by davids-world.com · · Score: 0, Troll

    Sorry man, didn't see you're from Canada :) I wonder if they give you guys a clearance in the States... doubt it!