CyberSecurity Intern

Global Payment Holding Company; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments in the United States is seeking a Cyber Security Intern to join our Information Security team and support global commerce security. You will help mitigate and detect threats while learning modern security practices within a leading fintech environment.

You will work in assigned roles to assist with threat intelligence, vulnerability research, and the development of playbooks, monitoring security controls, and contributing to policy documentation for compliance and governance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Nexus or Bachelor's in Cyber Security.
• Certifications such as IT Fundamentals, Network+, A+, Security+.
• Familiarity with PCI, SOX, GLBA compliance.
• Awareness of NIST CSF and SP800 series.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cyber threat intelligence activities.
• Support guided threat hunts and vulnerability research.
• Develop and update security playbooks and procedures.
• Monitor systems for threats and document findings.
• Prepare security artifacts for regulatory compliance.

Education

Bachelor's in Cyber Security

Job description

Job Description Ready to take your career global? Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Cyber Security Intern to join our ever evolving Cyber Security team and help shape the future of global commerce. The Cyber Security Intern will join a team tasked with providing specialized cyber security services to support the Global Payments Information Security Program. The intern will work in assigned roles to facilitate mitigation and detection of threats to Global Payment.

What you’ll own:

• Primary responsibilities can include handling of cyber threat intelligence, guided cyber threat hunt, endpoint forensics, and/or vulnerability research
• Develop and enhance playbooks and procedures as needed for focused projects
• Monitor systems for threats and vulnerabilities as assigned
• Contribute to information security policies and standards, procedures and other documentation as needed to improve information security capabilities.
• Create meaningful metrics to demonstrate the effectiveness of security controls and security team operations.
• Participate in security architecture reviews and exception approval processes.
• Generate security related artifacts as needed to meet internal and external compliance requirements.
• Keep abreast of industry and technology threats to guide security decisions
• Participate in program improvement for future interns

What you’ll bring:

• Working towards Nexus or Bachelors in Cyber Security focused discipline
• Achieved one or more of the following certifications: IT Fundamentals, Network+, A+, Security+
• Working towards one or more of the following certification: AWS Cloud Practitioner, GCP Cloud Digital Leader, or a security specialization
• Awareness of FinTech related compliance frameworks ((PCI(Payment Card Industry), SOX(Sarbanes-Oxley) , GLBA(Gramm Leach Bliley Act)), etc.).
• Knowledge of industry standard security compliance programs ((PCI(Payment Card Industry), SOX(Sarbanes-Oxley) , GLBA(Gramm Leach Bliley Act), etc.)
• Awareness of National Security Standards (NIST CyberSecurity Framework, NIST SP800 Series, etc.)

It’s a bonus if you are:

• Adaptable
• Motivated self-starter
• Superb communicator
• Disciplined

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Our perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business
• Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise
• A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter
• Time to give back through community and charity initiatives
• A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
• Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements

https://jobs.globalpayments.com/en/why-global-payments/benefits/

Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; We will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Diversity and EEO Statements

Global Payments is an organization that stands against racism, intolerance and injustice in all its forms — one that respects, honors and celebrates the diversity of our team members and the differences among us. Our commitment to fostering a company culture that values and respects Inclusion and Diversity is steadfast. Standing together as one company, we will continue to work to drive positive change for the communities in which we live and work and stamp out injustice.

EEOC Statement

Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test.

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.

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EEOC Statement: Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify [e-mail].

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