Cybersecurity GRC Intern: AI-Driven Risk & Compliance

GCM Grosvenor; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GCM Grosvenor in Chicago is seeking a Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance Intern to support the Cybersecurity & Risk team. You will gain hands‑on experience strengthening security controls, translating technical requirements into practical guidance, and contributing to governance initiatives, risk assessments, and compliance activities.

This 10‑week summer internship follows a hybrid schedule with in‑office attendance Tuesday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Demonstrated team player, self-starter, and independent thinker.
• Highly attentive to detail and accuracy at all levels.
• Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions.
• Must be capable of working well independently as well as in a collaborative environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Apply strong writing and analytical skills to review, update, and simplify cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and controls aligned with frameworks such as NIST CSF and CIS Controls.
• Develop practical risk management skills by supporting security assessments, vendor reviews, client due diligence, audit evidence collection, and remediation tracking.
• Leverage curiosity, creativity, and problem‑solving skills to identify and implement AI‑driven solutions that automate manual GRC oversight activities, streamline workflows, and improve operational efficiency.
• Research emerging cybersecurity risks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Strengthen critical thinking and communication skills by translating complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Partner with technical and business teams to understand challenges, clarify requirements, and deliver meaningful process improvements while developing project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Visio

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Visio

Job description

GCM Grosvenor in Chicago is seeking a Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance Intern to support the Cybersecurity & Risk team. You will gain hands‑on experience strengthening security controls, translating technical requirements into practical guidance, and contributing to governance initiatives, risk assessments, and compliance activities.

This 10‑week summer internship follows a hybrid schedule with in‑office attendance Tuesday through Thursday.