Information Security Intern- Spring 2027

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

On-site Parking

PTO Benefits

Job summary

Medpace is seeking an Intern to join its Information Security Department in Cincinnati. You will monitor security alerts (SIEM/EDR), investigate incidents, and assist in improving security processes.

The role offers mentorship and hands-on exposure to daily SOC operations within a collaborative team. The internship emphasizes practical learning in security operations, incident response, and threat detection, with opportunities to contribute to enterprise security initiatives and policy

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative environment with mentorship and guided learning.
• Strong interest in Security Operations, incident response, or threat detection.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity/IT concepts including network traffic, operating systems, authentication/access control, phishing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Clear written communication skills for documenting investigations and findings; and
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage security alerts across enterprise systems (e.g., SIEM, EDR, email security).
• Investigate and track suspicious activity, document findings, remediate issues directly, coordinate follow-up and elevate confirmed incidents to senior analysts with clear context.
• Work directly with security analysts and engineers on active investigations and daily SOC operations.
• Respond to user-reported security issues, including suspicious emails, files, and access concerns.
• Contribute to enterprise security initiatives and projects, including improving detection capabilities, evaluating security technologies, and supporting large-scale security enhancements; and
• Assist in developing and improving security procedures, workflows, and documentation.

Skills

Team collaboration

Mentorship & guided learning

Security Operations

Incident response

Threat detection

Attention to detail

Written communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/Information Systems/CS

Job description

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking an Intern to join our Information Security Department.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage security alerts across enterprise systems (e.g., SIEM, EDR, email security);
• Investigate and track suspicious activity, document findings, remediate issues directly, coordinate follow-up and elevate confirmed incidents to senior analysts with clear context;
• Work directly with security analysts and engineers on active investigations and daily SOC operations;
• Respond to user-reported security issues, including suspicious emails, files, and access concerns;
• Contribute to enterprise security initiatives and projects, including improving detection capabilities, evaluating security technologies, and supporting large-scale security enhancements; and
• Assist in developing and improving security procedures, workflows, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field;
• Willingness to work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for mentorship and guided learning from experienced security professionals;
• Strong interest in Security Operations, incident response, or threat detection;
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity/IT concepts including network traffic, operating systems, authentication/access control, phishing;
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes;
• Clear written communication skills for documenting investigations and findings; and
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
• Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities