[Hiring] Cybersecurity Intern @Dayforce

Role Description

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will collaborate closely with the Cybersecurity Operations team to support shared services and enhance operational efficiency across the organization. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in daily cybersecurity operations while contributing to initiatives focused on automation and process improvement.

• Support daily IAM and Messaging operations, including monitoring the cybersecurity mailbox.
• Help triage and categorize cybersecurity-related inquiries and incidents.
• Identify repetitive operational tasks and propose opportunities for automation.
• Assist in building simple automation workflows using tools such as:
  • Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate)
  • Python scripting (basic)
  • SOAR platforms (e.g., XSOAR – exposure level)
• Explore use of AI tools (e.g., internal AI platforms, ChatGPT, etc.) to support operational tasks.
• Contribute ideas on how AI can improve cybersecurity workflows and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
• Curiosity, a passion for data, and cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts.
• IT systems, networks, or cloud fundamentals.
• Familiarity with MS Office tools (Excel, Teams, Outlook).
• Basic scripting (Python or similar) is a plus.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate in a global team environment.

Requirements

• Full-time availability of 37.5 – 40 hours weekly is required to be eligible for this opportunity.

Benefits

• Experience working for one of the fastest growing Human Capital Management technology companies in the world.
• Access to Dayforce’s development programs and resources.
• Ability to work with as well as create relationships with members across the globe.
• Autonomy to bring forth new ideas and optimize existing structures within the organization.
• Meaningful responsibilities, enabling you to obtain ‘real-world’ experience.
• Dynamic hands-on exposure to multiple business-units and stakeholders across Dayforce.