Please note that this internship is based off of a 3 month full-time basis.
Position Overview
The Information Security Intern at Intelex is responsible for operating information security controls and working closely with multi-functional business partners to identify and manage risk. This is a hands-on position that requires an individual with a technical background to contribute with a team that secures the 24/7 corporate operations of the company and its data centers around the world.
Responsibilities and Deliverables
- Assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures under the guidance of the information security team.
- Participate in the evaluation of security tools and technologies to enhance the organization's defense capabilities.
- Support the team in conducting routine security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and risks.
- Assist with the management and monitoring of security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
- Help in the creation and maintenance of documentation related to security processes, incidents, and resolutions.
- Participate in security awareness training initiatives and help promote cybersecurity standard processes within the organization.
- Collaborate with IT and other groups to address security concerns and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
- Engage in projects aimed at improving the security posture of the organization, as directed by the information security manager or mentor.
- Performing user access review of the file server and migrating departments to MS Teams or Sharepoint.
- Moving intranet web content representing the team to the corporate Sharepoint.
- Report on key performance indicators, generate readable and meaningful outputs which illustrate the company’s information security posture.
Organizational Alignment
- Reports directly to the Chief Information Security Officer
Qualifications
Skills & Work Traits
- This position requires:
- Willingness to learn time and project management skill, able to handle concurrent initiatives
- English language writing skills, able to author complete documents with little need for grammatical or formatting assistance and revision
- Average English language verbal communication skills, able to articulate ideas and concepts effectively
- Continuous learning mentality, able to maintain existing skillsets while progressively embracing new ones
Technical Competencies
Preferred:
- Experience documenting technical operating processes and procedures
Education
Required:
- In pursuit of a post-secondary education in a related field such as Information Security, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Information Systems or Computer Science
Other Requirements
- Please note that this role requires a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Public Safety Verification
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
