Cambridge Associates
Cybersecurity Intern
Cambridge Associates, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
CAREERS THAT CHANGE THE WORLD
OUR CULTURE
Cambridge Associates believes culture is central to your success and ours.
We believe in a vibrant, values-driven culture that is supportive, inclusive, and diverse. Here, we celebrate the individual while we support global connectivity. At CA, collaboration wins, kindness matters, and your success is our priority.
o We foster an
inclusive
and
diverse
environment that enables
all individuals
to engage and
bring their full selves to work.
OUR CLIENTS
Cambridge Associates believes our clients come first.
Our clients are the most compelling endowments, foundations, pensions, private clients, and institutional investors around the globe. We lock arms with them to meet and exceed their investment objectives, so they can change the world.
OUR PEOPLE
Cambridge Associatesbelieves we do our best when you do your best.
At CA, we are only as successful as you are. We actively recruit and invest in the most dynamic and diverse talent and then empower you to succeed. By leveraging your unique skills, developing your individual career goals, and building a collaborative global community of connected, diverse individuals, we build a community that is stronger together.
But enough about us.
Tell us about YOU
o Are you a
bold individual
seeking an opportunity to contribute to a
value-based, collaborative environment
in some of the most exciting cities around the globe?
o Are you eager to work for an organization committed to
diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility ?
o Do you strive to work in an environment that encourages
innovation and teamwork ?
o Are you a
thought leader
who cares about
making a difference in the world
while contributing to an
amazing culture ?
o Do you value a
challenging professional opportunity
where you can
leverage your skills , gain a
valuable foundational in finance and investment , and build a
long-term career development plan ?
o Are you seeking a
competitive salary
a
robust and comprehensive benefits program , and a variety of
attractive benefits and perks ?
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Analyst will provide a range of analytical skills to help drive security initiatives. The Analyst will work with security partners and internal technical teams to define security policies, standards, and procedures, deliver superior quality advice to our customers, and participate in initiatives implementation to ensure successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
The Analyst (intern) will hold some of the following responsibilities during their internship:
Acquire broad understanding of the organization technology and information systems Acquire knowledge of the organization's compliance requirements Define corporate security policies; work with technical teams on creating and maintaining network and infrastructure security procedures Work on business intelligence and analytics, data visualization, and data analysis projects. Participate in developing security configuration standards for network, servers, desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, etc. Work with technical teams and security partners on designing and implementing processes for security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident management, and data loss prevention Provide recommendations on governance programs such as configuration and change management, risk management, and compliance Develop remediation plans for security risks and vulnerabilities Participate in performing security assessments and assurance reviews Participate in performing data classification and data discovery Participate in developing security awareness training materials for end users and technical teams Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Candidates with skills / abilities / knowledge in some of the areas listed are preferred. It's most important that candidates can effectively speak to their prior experiences and university learning objectives, relating those to their potential to be effective as a contributor. Although some of these areas are technical in nature, candidates from a wide variety of university backgrounds have been successful as interns and full time employees within the team.
Knowledge and experience with computer systems, applications, development, testing methodologies, technology, and data sciences Knowledge of industry standard methodologies and best practices (i.e., ITIL, System Development Life Cycle, etc.) Knowledge of cybersecurity, security frameworks and controls, security technologies and architecture Able to conduct interviews and develop documentation for project efforts Facilitation skills for bringing multiple groups together to build project scope and consensus High-level of knowledge, experience and success with writing and reviewing test cases Able to work independently with minimal direction and guidance from project lead, consultant staff and manager. Strong process analysis and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in both formal and informal contexts in a fashion tailored for the audience Affinity for technical writing and presenting - ability to formally document requirements, reach agreements with others, and explain detailed requirements to others as needed Capacity to discern patterns and interdependencies in complex business processes Capacity to focus on details, while effectively managing ambiguity Ability to work cooperatively in a collegial environment Actively seeking a bachelor's degree Knowledge and skills in the following technical areas will be a plus
Cloud computing SaaS models Data science (analytics, visualization techniques) Identity and access management principles Penetration testing and vulnerability testing Firewalls, IDS/IPS, network access control and network segmentation Router, switch and VLAN security; wireless security Programming and query (e.g., SQL) languages Application security Encryption technologies
Want to learn more?
Click HERE to learn more about how Cambridge Associates
lives our firm values
every day. (https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/firm-values/)
Click
HERE
to learn more about Cambridge Associates
invests in diversity and inclusion.
(https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/diversity-inclusion/)
Click
HERE
to learn more about our commitment to
Corporate Social Responsibility . (https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.
OUR CULTURE
Cambridge Associates believes culture is central to your success and ours.
We believe in a vibrant, values-driven culture that is supportive, inclusive, and diverse. Here, we celebrate the individual while we support global connectivity. At CA, collaboration wins, kindness matters, and your success is our priority.
o We foster an
inclusive
and
diverse
environment that enables
all individuals
to engage and
bring their full selves to work.
OUR CLIENTS
Cambridge Associates believes our clients come first.
Our clients are the most compelling endowments, foundations, pensions, private clients, and institutional investors around the globe. We lock arms with them to meet and exceed their investment objectives, so they can change the world.
OUR PEOPLE
Cambridge Associatesbelieves we do our best when you do your best.
At CA, we are only as successful as you are. We actively recruit and invest in the most dynamic and diverse talent and then empower you to succeed. By leveraging your unique skills, developing your individual career goals, and building a collaborative global community of connected, diverse individuals, we build a community that is stronger together.
But enough about us.
Tell us about YOU
o Are you a
bold individual
seeking an opportunity to contribute to a
value-based, collaborative environment
in some of the most exciting cities around the globe?
o Are you eager to work for an organization committed to
diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility ?
o Do you strive to work in an environment that encourages
innovation and teamwork ?
o Are you a
thought leader
who cares about
making a difference in the world
while contributing to an
amazing culture ?
o Do you value a
challenging professional opportunity
where you can
leverage your skills , gain a
valuable foundational in finance and investment , and build a
long-term career development plan ?
o Are you seeking a
competitive salary
a
robust and comprehensive benefits program , and a variety of
attractive benefits and perks ?
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Analyst will provide a range of analytical skills to help drive security initiatives. The Analyst will work with security partners and internal technical teams to define security policies, standards, and procedures, deliver superior quality advice to our customers, and participate in initiatives implementation to ensure successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
The Analyst (intern) will hold some of the following responsibilities during their internship:
Acquire broad understanding of the organization technology and information systems Acquire knowledge of the organization's compliance requirements Define corporate security policies; work with technical teams on creating and maintaining network and infrastructure security procedures Work on business intelligence and analytics, data visualization, and data analysis projects. Participate in developing security configuration standards for network, servers, desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, etc. Work with technical teams and security partners on designing and implementing processes for security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident management, and data loss prevention Provide recommendations on governance programs such as configuration and change management, risk management, and compliance Develop remediation plans for security risks and vulnerabilities Participate in performing security assessments and assurance reviews Participate in performing data classification and data discovery Participate in developing security awareness training materials for end users and technical teams Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Candidates with skills / abilities / knowledge in some of the areas listed are preferred. It's most important that candidates can effectively speak to their prior experiences and university learning objectives, relating those to their potential to be effective as a contributor. Although some of these areas are technical in nature, candidates from a wide variety of university backgrounds have been successful as interns and full time employees within the team.
Knowledge and experience with computer systems, applications, development, testing methodologies, technology, and data sciences Knowledge of industry standard methodologies and best practices (i.e., ITIL, System Development Life Cycle, etc.) Knowledge of cybersecurity, security frameworks and controls, security technologies and architecture Able to conduct interviews and develop documentation for project efforts Facilitation skills for bringing multiple groups together to build project scope and consensus High-level of knowledge, experience and success with writing and reviewing test cases Able to work independently with minimal direction and guidance from project lead, consultant staff and manager. Strong process analysis and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in both formal and informal contexts in a fashion tailored for the audience Affinity for technical writing and presenting - ability to formally document requirements, reach agreements with others, and explain detailed requirements to others as needed Capacity to discern patterns and interdependencies in complex business processes Capacity to focus on details, while effectively managing ambiguity Ability to work cooperatively in a collegial environment Actively seeking a bachelor's degree Knowledge and skills in the following technical areas will be a plus
Cloud computing SaaS models Data science (analytics, visualization techniques) Identity and access management principles Penetration testing and vulnerability testing Firewalls, IDS/IPS, network access control and network segmentation Router, switch and VLAN security; wireless security Programming and query (e.g., SQL) languages Application security Encryption technologies
Want to learn more?
Click HERE to learn more about how Cambridge Associates
lives our firm values
every day. (https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/firm-values/)
Click
HERE
to learn more about Cambridge Associates
invests in diversity and inclusion.
(https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/diversity-inclusion/)
Click
HERE
to learn more about our commitment to
Corporate Social Responsibility . (https://www.cambridgeassociates.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.