IT Security Intern

Union Home Mortgage; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentoring

Job summary

Union Home Mortgage’s L.E.A.D Internship Program offers a hands-on environment for learning IT security concepts, shadowing senior staff, and completing group projects. Interns work 40 hours per week during the 3-month summer program and are compensated.

The IT Security Intern role involves vulnerability assessment, incident management, and risk analysis under supervision, with mentoring from the IT Security team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing as applicable.
• Interest in IT security and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assists security experts in identifying, investigating and mitigating vulnerabilities.
• Documents investigative strategies and findings in case notes.
• Responds to and investigates security incidents to ensure timely resolution.

Skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Leadership

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Accountability

Cybersecurity basics

Linux basics

Networking basics

Programming: PowerShell

Programming: Python

Programming: Bash

IT security

Education

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

Tools

SIEM

MS Productivity Tools

Job description

Union Home Mortgage’s L.E.A.D Internship Program’s goal is to provide a fun, interesting, and real-world environment for our interns to Learn about the industry, be Educated by Sr. Leadership and their peers, Achieve their personal goals and Develop their skills and knowledge base. We pride ourselves in providing innovative programs for our interns in order for them to learn and grow they progress through their careers. Some of the programs we offer include: shadowing, mentoring, professional development, group projects and we even take our interns on corporate outings! Our internship program gives students a chance to meet new people, gain more experience, and learn from the best in the business! Our interns are treated like full-time Partners who work 40 hours a week during the 3-month summer program, are compensated, and based out of headquarters in Strongsville, Ohio.IT Security Intern is an entry level position designed to provide professional experience to coincide with innate problem-solving ability and technical skillset. The position requires assessment, vulnerability testing and risk analysis under the supervision of the IT Security Staff. The IT Security intern will be delegated tasks from members of the IT department for incident management, security related incidents, change management and request fulfillment.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESAssists security experts in identifying, investigating and mitigating vulnerabilities against the company and our user baseDocuments investigative strategies and findings in case notesHelps to improve security enforcement through educational sessions and trainingRespond to and investigate any assigned incidents to ensure adequate and timely resolution in accordance to service levelsProvide assistance to partners regarding security eventsWork with MS and other productivity tools to improve security postureMonitoring suspicious traffic, SIEM alerts, and smaller investigationsSKILLS REQUIREDEffective communication skills – Verbal & Written.Demonstrated Active Listening ability.Ability to lead a task or objective.Ability to work in team setting.Ability to be adaptive, flexible and reliable.Interests IT Security Process Improvement.Opportunities for small interdepartmental projects.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Requires the ability to be accountable for task completion without direct supervision.Programming languages – Powershell, Python, BashUnderstanding of Cybersecurity essentialsUnderstanding of Linux essentialsUnderstanding of Networking essentialsEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEPursuing a bachelor’s degree within Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related field.Sophomore, Junior or Senior Standing.Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and positions are open until filled (this may be prior to the job posting expiration date).At UHM, we understand diversity comes in many different forms. It’s our commitment to improve inclusion in the workplace through programs and policies that establish a positive and inclusive environment where every Partner, regardless of their background, can grow and excel. We value diversity, educate on equity, and create inclusive partner opportunities to ensure that you know #UBelongAtUHM!This employer participates in E-Verify. If hired, the employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Union Home Mortgage Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.