IT Security Intern

Union Home Mortgage Corp.; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring by Sr Leadership

Professional development

Group projects

Corporate outings

Job summary

Union Home Mortgage Corp. in Strongsville, OH offers an IT Security Intern position as part of the L.E.A.D. Internship Program. The role provides real-world exposure to risk assessment, incident management and security operations under supervision.

Interns work 40 hours per week during a 3-month summer program, receiving compensation while gaining mentorship from senior leadership and peers at the headquarters.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree within Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior Standing.
• Programming languages: PowerShell, Python, Bash.
• Understanding of Cybersecurity essentials, Linux essentials, Networking essentials.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist security experts in identifying, investigating and mitigating vulnerabilities.
• Documents investigative strategies and findings in case notes.
• Help to improve security through educational sessions and training.
• Respond to and investigate incidents to ensure timely resolution.
• Provide assistance to partners regarding security events.
• Work with MS and other productivity tools to improve security posture.
• Monitor SIEM alerts and smaller investigations.

Skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Teamwork

Analytical reasoning

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Cybersecurity basics

Linux basics

Networking basics

Education

Pursuing BS in CS/IT or related

Sophomore/Junior/Senior standing

Tools

MS Office

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 & Responsibilities

• Assists security experts in identifying, investigating and mitigating vulnerabilities against the company and our user base
• Documents investigative strategies and findings in case notes
• Helps to improve security enforcement through educational sessions and training
• Respond to and investigate any assigned incidents to ensure adequate and timely resolution in accordance to service levels
• Provide assistance to partners regarding security events
• Work with MS and other productivity tools to improve security posture
• Monitoring suspicious traffic, SIEM alerts, and smaller investigations

Qualifications - SKILLS REQUIRED

• Effective 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, Bash
• Understanding of Cybersecurity essentials
• Understanding of Linux essentials
• Understanding of Networking essentials

Education & Experience

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree within Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior Standing.

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.