Cyber Security Intern (Evergreen)

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Newark, NJ

Full-time - Intern

Newark, NJ

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About the position

The Horizon BCBSNJ internship program offers students an opportunity to gain exposure to the cybersecurity industry through hands-on experience, collaboration, and the development of creative problem-solving skills. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects while working closely with mentors and senior leadership, enhancing their understanding of cybersecurity practices and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting the enterprise-wide information security policies and standards.
• Perform security audits and assessments, conducting risk analyses and network forensics.
• Assist in the administration of the security technology stack and investigate alerts.
• Support the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) in responding to security incidents and threats.
• Help prioritize vulnerabilities based on severity and risk for exploitation and partner with the IT Department to remediate vulnerabilities.
• Review potential phishing emails and follow remediation procedures.
• Escalate and assign incidents to Senior Cyber Security Analysts.
• Perform administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Familiar with Cybersecurity concepts, including phishing tactics and email security.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in teams.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Gain hands-on experience in a Cybersecurity field.
• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with seasoned professionals.
• Opportunity to attend networking events and company meetings.