Intern - CyberSecurity Analyst

$37,440 - $49,920/Yr

Nelnet - Washington, DC

Full-time - Intern

Washington, DC

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

Nelnet is seeking a motivated intern to join our Security Analysts team, where you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our business. As a student loan servicer and technology company, we pride ourselves on being more than just a financial institution; we are innovators and educators in the K-12 and higher education sectors. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in security analysis while receiving one-on-one mentorship and participating in intern-specific programming. You will be involved in real projects that matter, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in a professional setting. In this role, you will work closely with various business lines and our IT shared services team to determine, implement, and define security measures and processes necessary to protect our organization. Your responsibilities will include performing application and environment security testing, conducting automated static and dynamic code analysis, and developing internal automation and integrations with security services. You will collaborate with development teams to enhance application security through training, code reviews, and the promotion of best practices. Additionally, you will be expected to stay updated on the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures, ensuring that our security products and processes are effective and compliant with relevant laws and regulations. This internship is designed for students pursuing a degree in an IT-related field, and it provides a platform for you to explore your interests in technology and security. You will have the chance to challenge assumptions, bring forward innovative technology options, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services and solutions. We value agility, problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication, and we encourage you to adapt to changing environments and engage with your peers to foster teamwork and unity. Join us at Nelnet, where your career awaits, and help us make dreams possible!

Responsibilities

• Perform application and environment security testing, evaluation, and hardening.
• Conduct automated static and dynamic code analysis with report creation and delivery.
• Develop internal automation and integrations with implemented security services.
• Collaborate with development teams to advance security of applications through training, code review, promotion of best practices, and continuous process improvement.
• Demonstrate an adequate understanding of security products, processes, and protection measures.
• Understand security intelligence, methodologies, and remain up to date on the latest breach trends including vulnerabilities and counter measures.
• Administer, test, implement, and maintain the necessary security products and processes to protect information systems assets.
• Interface with both the business and user community to understand their security needs.
• Understand the policy, standards and procedures found in the Nelnet enterprise as well as understanding appropriate laws and regulations.
• Review, analyze, implement and administer vendor and internally developed security software, products and procedures to address security requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, data processing, and security enhancements.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in an IT-related field.
• Proficient in the use of development and Application Security products.
• Proficient in at least one development language.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and DevSecOps.
• Familiarity and experience with various regulations governing IT environments.
• Knowledge of security, control and computer technology.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply concepts of statistics and probability to identify and address problems, trends, and relationships in work related data.
• Knowledge of various computer systems and software - PC and/or online - to input, access, modify or produce information or to execute preprograms.
• Knowledge of industry relevant to job.
• Knowledge of at least one computer development language, methodology, and techniques.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in one or more programming languages like C# and Java.
• Experience in developing in web technologies.
• Eager to learn and help others.
• Good work ethic and habits.
• Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible schedule
• Casual dress
• One-on-one mentorship
• Intern-specific programming
• Meaningful work experience