Summer Intern, Cloud & Application Security

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

05

The Team: Part of the Sustainable1 Technology group and reporting to the Security Analyst who is also responsible for implementing security strategy across Sustainable1. This role would instill values of enablement, accountability, and shared responsibility throughout the division.

The Impact: The Cloud & Application Security role will be a resource building and expanding our security champions program across Sustainable1 Technology group. This individual will work with the software development, cloud architecture, and operations teams to build a security-first culture. Additionally, this role will coordinate with security champions leaders in other divisions and the corporate Information Security team to build a community of champions that share information and work collaboratively on common application security challenges. 

What’s in it for you:  

• The role engages with a broad range of technologists and business professionals allowing you to develop an experience with emerging cloud-native technology and Sustainable technology roadmap 

• As your technology and organizational experience grows, there is an opportunity to grow your role by working broadly in collaboration with other divisional teams to help increase the overall security maturity of the firm. 

• This role will provide the ability to demonstrate leadership in both the security and developer communities as you’ll be helping shape the security champions programw. 

Responsibilities:  

• Work closely with the Technology Leadership to help deliver the technology vision and technology strategy. The position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and expanding a security champions program that embeds security-minded engineers within the software development, architecture, and operational teams. 

• Build an Application Security champions program by working with the scrum teams to define an effective strategy for engaging software developers interested in serving as Application security subject matter experts 

• Share expertise of tools and best practices that empower Developers to frictionlessly meet requirements for security across all phases of the DevSecOps cycle 

• Drive behavioral change and inspire a security culture through advocacy and awareness campaigns targeting the engineering teams 

• Identify and collaborate with security champions to broaden the security reach within the scrum teams. 

• Leverage multiple delivery methods (e.g., print, video, in-person, gamification, social and computer-based training) to reach a diverse audience of resources 

• Assist the Head of DevOps and SRE with continuous refinement and implementation of the division’s cyber security strategy by providing feedback gathered from the engineering teams via the security champions 

• Produce periodic, high-quality reports illustrating program status, areas for improvement, and success attributes aligning to the business 

• Remain current with new security threats and DevSecOps best practices 

• Demonstrate security expertise both within the firm and in the industry at large 

• Perform other duties as assigned   

What We’re Looking For:  

Skills and Experience 

• Demonstrated skill in application security and/or software development with a focus on secure design and coding practices 

• Exhibit detailed understanding of security threats especially within a cloud-native environment 

• Proven capability to advocate for security best practices in terms of business value and enablement 

• Established experience successfully leading large-scale projects across global functions 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and the ability to influence beyond reporting structure 

• Strong project management and personal organizational skills 

• Ability to work in a constantly changing environment under tight deadlines 

• Ability to work independently 

• Excellent interpersonal skill 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college 

• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux, and Unix 

• Strong Communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of CI/CD tools and cloud-native development practices 

• Highly trustworthy; leads by example 

 

 

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

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