Hilltop Holdings · 1 day ago
Cybersecurity Intern
Irving, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternHilltop Holdings is looking for a Cybersecurity Intern to introduce aspiring cybersecurity professionals to the day-to-day operations of security within the company. The intern will perform data collection, ticket processing, analysis, and remediation tasks while learning about cybersecurity controls and best practices.
FinanceBankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Follow and execute directives issued by cybersecurity management and senior employees
Support day-to-day activities performed by the cybersecurity team
Learn to manage tools and solutions implemented throughout the organization
Work with senior members of the team to learn basic first-line threat assessment and response tasks
Execute tasks requested by cybersecurity team members, such as analysis, investigation, reporting and maintenance of general cybersecurity upkeep
Assist in supporting SOC, IR and security networking teams
Monitor dashboards and event logs with escalation to members of the cybersecurity team
Attain proven proficiency with cybersecurity tools and perform front-end troubleshooting and general triage
Read daily cybersecurity resources to stay current on security threats and vulnerabilities
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Working toward completion of undergraduate degree in information assurance, computer science, engineering or related technical field preferred
Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
General knowledge and hands-on coursework (lab) experience with endpoint, network, vulnerability, forensic and log management tools
Basic understanding, knowledge of and hands-on capabilities with operating system configuration (Windows, Unix, Linux) and networking (DNS, DHCP, routing protocols)
Ability to analyze event and incident logs, and work with SOC and IR teams to assess security events related to malware, vulnerabilities, and exploits
History of acting with integrity, taking pride in work, seeking to excel, being curious and adaptable, and communicating effectively
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Capable of working with diverse teams
Organized and punctual
Confident, but humble and willing to learn and take initiative
Preferred
None expected, but certificates obtained during coursework are a plus
Company
Hilltop Holdings
Hilltop Holdings is a financial services firm specializing in mortgage origination, financial advisory, and insurance services.
Founded in 1998
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Lines
Chief Technology Officer
Will Furr
CFO
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