IT Risk Analyst Internship

Symetra Financial Corporation; Farmington (CT); Remote; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Remote Work

Paid Time Away

Job summary

Symetra Financial Corporation is offering an IT Risk Analyst Internship for the summer of 2027. This 12-week, paid internship is 100% remote with an option to work from a Symetra office if local.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity governance, audits, and third-party risk, collaborating with teams across Information Security, IT, and Procurement. Ideal candidates have beginner-to-intermediate Excel/Office skills, strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Beginner-to-intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support IT audit and compliance activities related to frameworks and requirements (ISO 27001, SOX ITGC, SOC).
• Collaborate with IT, Information Security, Audit Services, Procurement and business stakeholders to track requests, findings and remediation.
• Contribute to risk assessment and governance activities; assist with regulatory and audit requirements.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Analytical

Communication

Education

Coursework in IT risk/information security

Job description

You may have seen in the media that job posting scams are on the rise. Symetra is committed to creating a positive candidate experience without putting you at risk. As such, applications for our open job postings are only collected through our secure career site and we are transparent about our. We also do not send funds to candidates or request funds from candidates, via check or otherwise. To check the status of your application, log into your candidate profile. If you would like to report suspicious recruiting activity or potential fraud please .- Relevant skills and experience will be listed so you know why those jobs are a matchSymetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Information Security team as an **IT Risk Analyst Intern!****About the role**The IT Risk Analyst Internship is a full-time, paid internship taking place in summer 2027. This internship is 100% remote, with the option to work from a Symetra office if local. During this 12-week program, you will work alongside experienced information security and risk professionals, and gain practical exposure to IT risk management, cybersecurity governance, audit and compliance, and third-party risk management.You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that help Symetra identify technology risks, evaluate security controls, support regulatory and audit requirements, and strengthen the company's overall risk posture. Through hands-on assignments and collaboration with teams across Information Security, IT, Audit Services, Procurement, and the business, you will build valuable skills for a career in IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, or compliance.At Symetra, we seek to engage and empower every individual. We value collaboration, diversity of thought and experience, sharing ideas, winning as a team, and always striving for excellence. We provide sessions for interns to learn from and engage with senior leadership while building community as a group.- Support IT audit and compliance activities related to frameworks and requirements such as ISO 27001 and Sarbanes-Oxley IT General Controls.- Work with IT, Information Security, Audit Services, Procurement, and business stakeholders to track requests, findings, and remediation activities.**Your education, experience, and skills**Beginner-to-intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications.- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders across different business areas.Familiarity with internal controls, ISO 27001, SOX IT General Controls, SOC reports, or other risk and security frameworks through coursework, projects, or prior experience is preferred but not required.**What we offer you**- Hands-on experience supporting real-world IT risk, cybersecurity, audit, and compliance initiatives.**Compensation:**Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.**Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:**As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.### Popular Skills of Previous Hires* Analysis* Commercial Real Estate* Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities* Client Interaction* Capital Markets* Business Operations* Business Continuity Software* Brokerage* Auditing* Armenian Language### Years of Experience of previous hires<2 - 0%0.000002-4 - 50%1.000004-8 - 0%0.000008+ - 50%1.000002027 Medical Risk InternshipUSABEN Benefits2027 Stop Loss Claims InternshipUSABEN Benefits## Perks and Benefits### Paid Time Away### Benefits### 401k### Remote WorkAlmost all our jobs have the option to work from home### Company MatchingGive back to your community and double your impact