Summer 2027 Internship - Information Security

West Bend Insurance Company; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Education programs

Leadership development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

West Bend Insurance Company is seeking an Information Security Analyst Intern in West Bend, WI. This in-office internship offers hands-on experience in supporting a comprehensive information security program, contributing to security policies, processes, and standards.

You will work with the IT department to deploy technical controls, monitor configurations, and maintain security tools while gaining mentorship and exposure to real-world security operations.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an IT or Computer Science related degree program.
• Ability to perform tasks autonomously and under limited supervision.
• Basic technical knowledge of mainstream operating systems and a wide range of security concepts.
• Basic analytical skills to analyze security requirements.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in the Information Security Program and ensure tasks are achieved in a timely manner.
• Using security applications, monitor daily or weekly reports and security logs for unusual events.
• Assist in coordination and completion of information security operations documentation.
• Assist in administration and maintenance of information security toolset (e.g., Enterprise Cloud Security Platform, Vulnerability Scanning, DLP, SIEM).
• Execute information security projects as assigned.
• Participate in creation and delivery of Information Security Awareness, Training, and Education program materials.
• Research information security and privacy issues and keep abreast of latest technology and best practices.
• Assist with management of security events/alerts raised by security event tools.

Skills

Information Security

Security monitoring

Documentation

Communication skills

Autonomy

Education

CS/IT Degree

Tools

Vulnerability Scanning

SIEM

DLP

Security Platform

Job description

Company Overview

Recognized as aMilwaukee Journal SentinelTop Workplace for 15 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Award-Winning Internship ProgramWe’re proud to be named to the RISE Professionals Elite 50 Internships List, a national recognition that honors top internship programs in the insurance industry. This award highlights our commitment to providing meaningful, high-impact experiences through mentorship, education, leadership development, diversity and inclusion efforts, networking opportunities, and more. Our internship program offers students a dynamic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, build valuable relationships, and develop essential skills while contributing to projects that support our mission and values. From day one, interns are empowered to make meaningful contributions and participate in professional development programming designed to prepare them for future success.

Job Summary

The Information Security Analyst Intern will work closely with senior members of the team to support a comprehensive information security program. This includes contributing to the definition of security policies, processes, and standards. The security analyst intern may work with the IT department to deploy technical controls, to meet specific security requirements, and monitors to ensure that security configurations are maintained and effective.

Work Location

This position is an in-office role located in West Bend, WI. No remote opportunities for this position are available at this time.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

This Internship will provide opportunities to:

• Engage in the Information Security Program and ensure that all tasks of the function are achieved in a timely manner.
• Using security applications, monitors daily or weekly reports and security logs for unusual events.
• Assists in the coordination and completion of information security operations documentation.
• Assists in administration and maintenance of information security toolset (e.g., Enterprise Cloud Security Platform, Vulnerability Scanning, DLP, SIEM).
• Executes information security projects as assigned.
• Participates in the creation and delivery of Information Security Awareness, Training, and Education program materials.
• Carries out research on information security and privacy issues and keeps abreast of the latest technology, industry best practices, and hardening standards to address security exposures and threats.
• Assist with management of security events/alerts raised by the security event tools. Ensure assigned security events/incidents are mitigated by their SLA.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Enrolled in an IT or Computer Science related degree program with an interest in Information Security
• Ability to perform tasks autonomously and under limited supervision.
• Basic technical knowledge of mainstream operating systems and a wide range of security concepts.
• Basic analytical skills to analyze security requirements.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.