[Hiring] Intern - Security & GRC @Workiva Inc.

Role Description

The Security Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. You will help solve security issues, develop tools to assist with security threats, and assist with vulnerability testing of web applications. This role may involve making recommendations on security controls and collaborating with internal stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Provide Incident Response support when an actionable incident is confirmed
• Document, investigate, and report on information security issues and emerging trends
• Manage and configure tools and devices to expand our security monitoring infrastructure
• Develop tools to assist with security and compliance tasks
• Assist with continual vulnerability testing of web applications to identify weaknesses
• Research and identify potential security controls to fix active vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with other teams to create remediation strategies and timelines for vulnerabilities
• Develop queries and visualizations to assist with security and compliance tasks
• Help solve security issues identified in the production application
• Provide analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of various security devices
• Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program, preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a similar degree
• Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data
• Strong communication and networking skills (written, verbal, listening)
• Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and/or penetration testing techniques
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google App Engine (GAE)
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems
• If Security Engineering focused: Ability to analyze problems and devise creative solutions within business constraints; good understanding of HTTP and common web application vulnerabilities
• If Security Operations focused: Self-motivation and initiative skills to search for and resolve security issues; initiative and social skills to network with technical individuals to gather information on projects

Requirements

• Minimal travel
• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office

Benefits

• Salary range in the US: $40.00 - $40.00
• 401(k) participation and match
• Paid sick leave
• A unique opportunity to further your learning experience through additional internship seasons

Company Description

Workiva is the platform designed to bring confidence, control, and a competitive edge to the world’s most complex organizations. Our AI-powered platform unifies finance, risk, and sustainability on a single, secure foundation—ensuring data is trusted, traceable, and ready to act on.

At Workiva, you’ll bring technology to market that executives, boards, and regulators depend on. The work you do here helps organizations navigate uncertainty, maintain trust, and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny.

Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [email protected].