Cybersecurity Engineer Intern

Workday, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

In-person internship

Pay transparency policy

Job summary

Workday, Inc. is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer Intern in Pleasanton, CA. You will join a team of security professionals to safeguard Workday’s technologies, from applications to infrastructure.

This hands-on internship lets you apply cybersecurity knowledge, automation skills, and curiosity to real-world security challenges. You will embed security into how Workday builds and operates technology, gain architecture assessment experience, and collaborate with business and technology teams to

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, CS, IT, or related field.
• Less than 12 months of professional work experience.
• Anticipated graduation between Dec 2027 and Jun 2028.
• Available for a full‑time, in‑person, 12‑week internship in Summer 2027 in listed locations.

Responsibilities

• Embed security into Workday’s technologies and operations.
• Assess and review security of technical architecture and enterprise apps.
• Develop automation/tools to improve security across the platform.
• Collaborate with teams to understand and remediate security concerns.
• Use Jira to track work, document findings, and support workflows.
• Explore AI/Agentic AI concepts to assist security work.

Skills

Python

Java

TypeScript

JavaScript

Threat detection

Vulnerability management

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

CrowdStrike

Qualys

ServiceNow

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun‑drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

Workday’s Security Organization is a group of dedicated professionals who are passionate about protecting our customers and the company. We serve as security advisors to the business, collaborating with internal teams across Legal, Compliance, Product Development, Business Technology, and more to build and maintain a secure environment. We work across a wide range of security domains, including threat detection, vulnerability management, and enterprise identity. We are a collaborative, transparent, and authentic group of problem-solvers dedicated to securing Workday’s corporate systems, infrastructure, and data at scale. Together, we help ensure a secure foundation for our business.

About the Role

As a Cybersecurity Engineer Intern, you will join a team of experienced security professionals and contribute to the safety of Workday’s technologies, from our applications and services to our underlying infrastructure. This is a hands‑on role where you will apply your cybersecurity knowledge, automation skills, and curiosity to real‑world security challenges. You will help embed security into how Workday builds and operates technology. You will gain experience assessing technical architecture, reviewing enterprise applications, developing automation, and collaborating with business and technology teams to help resolve security concerns.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver security into Workday’s technologies and support security as a core component of how we build and operate
• Assess and review the security of technical architecture and enterprise applications
• Develop and deploy tools, scripts, or automation to improve security across the Workday platform
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to understand security concerns, support remediation efforts, and reduce risk
• Use ticketing systems, such as Jira, to track work, document findings, and support team workflows
• Explore security‑relevant uses of AI or Agentic AI concepts where appropriate, while learning from experienced security professionals

Workday Early Career Programs

In addition to collaborating with experienced security professionals, you’ll engage in our Early Career Programs — specifically structured to support and empower you to succeed throughout your internship! Workday Intern Program: Brighter work days start with real work and real support from a community that helps you shine from day one. During our in‑person internship experience, you’ll jump into meaningful projects and see how your ideas can help shape the future of work. Interns build enterprise skills through applied learning, personalized coaching, and connection events designed so our Early Talent can bring their best self to work. If you’re invested in your growth, team‑oriented, and ready to bring fresh ideas to work that makes an impact, we’d love to meet you.

P&T Atmosphere

As a member of the Product & Technology org, you’ll participate in our P&T Atmosphere program — a dedicated investment in your growth that offers tailored technical training and deep dives into the Workday ecosystem. This specialized program equips you with job‑critical skills and connects you directly with P&T leaders and peers to fast‑track your technical career.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related degree program
• Less than 12 months of previous professional work experience
• Anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
• Available for a full‑time, in‑person, 12‑week internship for the Summer of 2027 in the listed locations, and you will return to your university degree program after the conclusion of the internship
• Demonstrated knowledge of the following through coursework, research, internships, or personal projects: cybersecurity domain concepts, security principles, tools, and technologies
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages: Python, Java, TypeScript, or JavaScript
• Understanding of foundational security concepts such as identity and access management, vulnerability management, threat detection, secure architecture, network security, and/or application security

Other Qualifications:

• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies such as CrowdStrike, Qualys, Atlassian Jira and Confluence, or ServiceNow
• Familiarity with cloud provider services such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, AWS S3, Terraform or similar cloud infrastructure and automation tools
• Interest in AI or Agentic AI concepts and how emerging technologies may support security work
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and support a positive and inclusive team environment
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn, with an interest in how enterprise security teams protect systems, infrastructure, and data at scale

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton

Additional US Location(s)

Base Pay Range: $ USD - $154,500 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in‑office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote “home office” roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Workday is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals during our application process, in order to perform one or more essential functions of their job, as well as regarding the use of AI tools for employment decision‑making to any degree. Please see below for more details including how to request an accommodation as a qualified veteran, due to a disability or for religious reasons, or as otherwise provided under applicable law. Workday prohibits taking adverse action against any candidate or employee for reporting a possible violation of this policy, requesting one or more work accommodations, exercising a privacy right, or cooperating in an investigation in accordance with applicable law. Any employee who retaliates against a candidate or employee for doing so may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, to the fullest extent allowable under applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation, you may email [e-mail], as far in advance as possible.

Workday is a proud equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Workday are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Further, pursuant to applicable local ordinances, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. You may view the Workday’s Pay Transparency Policy, and Know Your Rights Notice, by clicking on their corresponding links.

Additional Notes

We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.