Cyber Security IT Intern - REMOTE

CNO Financial Group; Carmel (AR); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CNO Financial Group, Inc. is offering a Cyber Security Intern role to work with our security teams, including Operations, Engineering, and Governance.

You will gain hands-on exposure to enterprise cybersecurity operations and security tools, while receiving mentorship from seasoned professionals. Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s in computer science or related field, with a rising junior or senior status, available for 10–12 weeks, and ready to work 40 hours per week in Central or

Qualifications

• Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related discipline.
• Status as a rising junior or rising senior, approx. graduation dates of December 2027-June 2029.
• Availability to work 40 hrs/week for 10-12 weeks during the summer.
• Candidate location in Central or Eastern US time zone is preferred OR willingness to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to enterprise cybersecurity operations and Security Operations Center functions.
• Hands-on experience with industry-leading security tools and technologies.
• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals.
• Practical experience supporting incident response and threat detection activities.

Skills

IT concepts

Cybersecurity principles

Analytical skills

Documentation

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Job description

Job Details

CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) is a leading insurance and financial services company focused on securing the future of middle-income America. Through brands such as Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, and Washington National, CNO delivers life and health insurance, annuities, financial services, and workforce benefits to more than 3.3 million policyholders, supported by $38.3 billion in total assets.

With a strong financial foundation, national presence, and a culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and people-first values, CNO offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth and impact across its U.S. locations, including its headquarters in Carmel, Indiana.

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Please note that the Company does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or future full-time employment opportunities.

This is a paid internship at competitive rates. Memorial Day and 4th of July holidays are paid days off.

CNO Financial Group is hiring a Cyber Security Intern to work alongside our experienced Cyber Security associates, assisting with professional Cyber Security day-to-day work. The Cyber Security Intern will spend time with various teams in Security, including Operations, Engineering, and Governance.

What you can expect:

• Exposure to enterprise cybersecurity operations and Security Operations Center functions.
• Hands-on experience with industry-leading security tools and technologies.
• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals.
• Practical experience supporting incident response and threat detection activities.
• Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, and professional skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative enterprise IT environment.

What you need (Minimum requirements):

• Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related discipline.
• Status as a rising junior or rising senior, approx. graduation dates of December 2027-June 2029.
• Availability to work 40 hrs/week for 10-12 weeks during the summer.
• Candidate location in Central or Eastern US time zone is preferred OR willingness to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours.
• Basic understanding of information technology concepts, including networking and operating systems.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Ability to analyze information and identify patterns or anomalies.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

What will set you apart (Preferred experience):

• Previous internship, work experience, or academic projects related to cybersecurity or information technology.
• Familiarity with security concepts such as phishing, malware, endpoint security, authentication, and network security.
• Experience with scripting or programming languages such as Python or PowerShell.
• Participation in cybersecurity clubs, competitions, labs, or Capture-the-Flag (CTF) activities.
• Pursuit of entry-level cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, or similar.
• Balancing education and a part-time job during the school year.

The CNO 2027 internship program will run May 17 through August 06, 2027.

CNO Financial Group offers the following activities for this internship that complement the learning provided by the department work:

• Networking
• Leader Talks
• Career Counseling
• Development Opportunities
• Insurance Product and Industry Presentation Series
• An in-person event at one of our corporate offices during one week of the internship program
• Final Presentations
• Volunteering Event

During the summer at CNO, Interns are eligible for:

• Paid time to engage in Business Resource Group events.
• The CNO Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Onsite fitness centers.
• Active & Fit Direct national fitness center discount program.
• Marathon Health webinars.
• Utilizing a free code for the Monumental Marathon entry.

CNO supports a flexible work environment and encourages Associates to work where they are most productive. This position may work fully remote from any US-based location, provided they are able to work Central or Eastern Time hours. All work must be performed within the United States, and occasional travel to corporate offices may be required.

Associates living within 60 miles of a corporate office (Carmel, IN; or Chicago, IL) have access to work from that location as needed.

Compensation

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.