Cybersecurity Vulnerability Management Intern

Group 1001 is a consumer-centric, technology-driven family of insurance companies on a mission to deliver outstanding value and operational performance by combining financial strength and stability with deep insurance expertise and a can-do culture. Group1001’s culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, communication, core business focus, risk management, and striving for outcomes. This goal extends to how we hire and onboard our most valuable assets – our employees.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Threat and Vulnerability Management team as a Vulnerability Management Intern. In this role, you will support the Vulnerability Management Lead and other information security teammates by assisting with research, reviewing processes, and contributing to the documentation of vulnerabilities and security best practices. This internship requires the completion of a capstone project focused on enhancing the organization's security through meaningful contributions to vulnerability management. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the cybersecurity field, understand the operational and strategic initiatives in a security organization, and contribute to enhancing the company’s risk posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Threat Research: Assist in researching new and emerging vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity landscape. Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, trends, and patch releases to help inform internal processes and decision-making.

• Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Analysis: Help analyze scan results, categorize vulnerabilities based on severity, and prioritize remediation efforts based on overall risk to the organization.

• Process Documentation: Help create and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials to ensure consistency and clarity in vulnerability management practices. Review existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Asset Inventory: Correlate asset ownership data with asset inventory in vulnerability prioritization tool.

• Assist with Research for Attack Surface Management Program Development: Assist in researching industry best practices and standards for developing an attack surface management program.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Basic Understanding of Cybersecurity: A foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and practices. An eagerness to learn more about vulnerabilities and risk management is essential.

• Strong Research Skills: Ability to research and synthesize information from various sources, such as cybersecurity blogs, news, and databases, to stay updated on the latest vulnerabilities and threats.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to document information accurately, ensuring clarity and precision in reports and process documentation.

• Good Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand language for non-technical stakeholders.

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and prioritize effectively to support the team.

• Team-Oriented: Willingness to work collaboratively with different departments to ensure a smooth and effective vulnerability management process.

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.

Benefits Highlights:  

Employees who meet benefit eligibility guidelines and work 30 hours or more weekly, have the ability to enroll in Group 1001’s benefits package. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the Company’s comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options.  Employees are also eligible for Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, and to enroll in the Company’s Employee Assistance Program and other wellness initiatives.  Employees may also participate in the Company’s 401K plan, with matching contributions by the Company. 

Group 1001, and its affiliated companies, is strongly committed to providing a supportive work environment where employee differences are valued. Diversity is an essential ingredient in making Group 1001 a welcoming place to work and is fundamental in building a high-performance team. Diversity embodies all the differences that make us unique individuals.  All employees share the responsibility for maintaining a workplace culture of dignity, respect, understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences.