What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Internship - Summer 2024 position at IDEMIA?
Overview
IDEMIA is the global leader in identity and security. Our mission is to create a safe and simple future where identity verification is indisputable, and only you can assert your identity. We are a distributed company leveraging the latest technologies to deliver world-class products in the private and public sectors of finance, telecom, identity, security, retail, sports entertainment, commercial, government, and IoT. We use a variety of technologies and approaches to deliver quality product and services to government agencies and technology companies. IDEMIA is a made up of a group of 14,000 diverse people from different nationalities, speaking over 20 different languages. Together, our solutions impact the everyday lives of citizens and nations. In this ever-changing world, protecting your identity is paramount. Join the team that is ensuring one person- one identity.
Responsibilities
The Cybersecurity Internship is one discipline of IDEMIA North America’s 12-week Summer Internship Program. The Cybersecurity intern is an integral part of the organization and acts as the technical assistant for various projects relating to cybersecurity architecture, defensive and offensive practices.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events and incidents
- Learn to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities in our system
- Assist in the development and documentation of cybersecurity policies and procedures
- Participate in security awareness and training initiatives
- Support the incident response team in handling security incidents
- Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities
- Contribute to remediation efforts based on assessment findings
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
- You are a college junior, senior, or recent graduate majoring in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Software Engineering or related curriculum with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Basic knowledge (demonstrated experience) in the following programming languages: HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Java Server / Client, C, C , C#, Java or Python
- Demonstrated ability to learn relevant technologies
- Robust communication (written and verbal), collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Drive and eagerness to learn
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in previous cybersecurity internship or projects
- Passion for innovative technologies and security/identity related issues
Important Dates:
Start Date: May 20, 2024
End Date: Aug 9, 2024
Note: This is a hybrid role, you must be able to travel to the office.
To be eligible for this program, candidate must be a US Citizen (no dual citizenship). We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. IDEMIA will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).
IDEMIA is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.