Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Support security audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory requirement assessments.

• Help implement and maintain cybersecurity frameworks and standards (PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST 800-53, NYDFS, etc.).

• Assist in conducting third-party vendor risk assessment activities

• Analyze cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security incidents.

• Support client due diligence assessments and audits.

• Research and document security policies, standards, and procedures.

• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.

• Work with various security tools for governance, compliance, and risk analysis.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support security projects.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous internship or relevant work experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, or risk management.

• Exposure to Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) projects, labs, or simulations.

• Participation in cybersecurity clubs, associations, competitions, or teams (e.g., Cybersecurity Club, Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, ISACA, ISC², etc.).

• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISA, CISSP (Associate), CRISC, CEH, etc.).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Majors:

• Cybersecurity

• Information Sciences & Technology

• Information Technology Management

• Management Information Systems

• Computer Science

• Security & Risk Analysis

Relevant Coursework:

• Information Systems Auditing

• IT Governance & Management

• Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

• Risk Management & Control Assessments

• Principles of Information Technology

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on experience with real-world cybersecurity challenges.

• Mentorship and guidance from industry professionals.

• Exposure to leading security tools, frameworks, and methodologies.

• Networking opportunities with cybersecurity and IT professionals.

• Potential for future full-time opportunities within the company.

TRANZACT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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