Cybersecurity Intern
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Cybersecurity Intern at The Signatry working on cybersecurity program projects. Collaborating with technology leadership on strategic initiatives to strengthen security posture and support donor trust.
Responsibilities:
- The Cybersecurity Intern supports The Signatry's information security program through hands-on project work across multiple cybersecurity initiatives.
- This internship offers real-world exposure to enterprise security challenges, risk management, compliance, and security awareness in a mission-driven nonprofit environment.
- The intern will work directly with the technology department leadership on strategic projects that strengthen our security posture and support donor trust and organizational resilience.
- This internship is expected to execute real life projects for The Signatry’s cybersecurity program.
- Collaborate with The Signatry’s penetration support vendor to design a comprehensive social engineering campaign targeting the organization-wide user base.
- Develop realistic phishing email scenarios, credential capture landing pages, and pretexting approaches aligned with best practices and ethical standards.
- Track campaign metrics and document results. Analyze findings to identify vulnerability patterns and recommend targeted security awareness training interventions.
- Support evaluation and pilot testing of emerging cybersecurity tools and technologies.
- Conduct hands-on testing, document user experience, and gather feedback from stakeholders.
- Analyze The Signatry's customer/donor dataset to identify risk indicators and develop a quantitative risk profile formula.
- Conduct market research on "Trust Center" resources published by peer organizations, competitors, and technology vendors.
Requirements:
- Alignment with The Signatry’s mission, values, and statement of faith.
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university with a focus on cybersecurity, information security, computer science, or related field.
- Strong analytical and research skills with ability to work independently on structured projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to create professional documentation.
- Familiarity with basic cybersecurity concepts (authentication, data protection, risk management, compliance frameworks).
- Proactive, detail-oriented approach to project work with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive security and organizational information.
- Curiosity about emerging security threats, technologies, and industry trends.
- Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, or similar security governance frameworks.
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL or Python) or business intelligence platforms.
- Familiarity with phishing simulations, social engineering testing, or security awareness programs.
- Prior internship or hands-on experience in IT, cybersecurity, or risk management.
- CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent foundational security credential.
- Experience with nonprofit operations, donor management, or financial services.
Benefits:
- Paid holidays to include Memorial Day and Independence Day.
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