About the role#
This is a paid summer internship within the information technology security teams at EMC. You will work with Identity and Access Management (IAM), Technology Assurance Services (TAS), and Cybersecurity Operations and Engineering (CSOE) to gain hands-on experience.
What you'll do#
- Work with IT departments to ensure projects meet security policies and regulations.
- Perform security reviews for tools and vendors.
- Respond to security events as they arise.
- Handle security tooling administration.
- Assist the TAS team with audit and assessment tasks.
- Work with the IAM team on authentication and authorization solutions.
What you'll need#
- A pursuit of a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, MIS, or a related field.
- Completion of at least your freshman year.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Analytical skills to identify problems and build solutions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft or Google productivity tools.
- Strong communication, human relations, and customer service skills.
- Ability to organize information, develop testing strategies, and maintain confidentiality.
- Experience or knowledge of ticketing systems like Jira and Agile methodology.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Iowa.
- The position is on-site.
- This is a part-time internship for Summer 2027.
About EMC Insurance Companies
EMC Insurance Companies provides property and casualty insurance products and services across the United States. The company started in 1911 to offer workers compensation protection in Iowa. It now operates in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The organization maintains a staff of more than 2,200 employees and is based in Des Moines.
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