Information Security Intern

Job Description

Overview This role shall be responsible for supporting the information security agenda for ISS, with a primary focus on cybersecurity along with a secondary focus of local business continuity coordination. As part of the Information Security Office, this role will work closely with other technology groups. Responsibilities

• Gain/leverage familiarization with, and perform administration for, ISS’ Security Tools and Technologies from McAfee:
  • Anti-Malware solution
  • Intrusion Prevention Systems – Network-based
  • Intrusion Prevention Systems – Host-based
  • Data Loss Prevention
  • Web Gateway (and URL Filtering)
  • Email Gateway
  • Endpoint Protection Suite
  • Security Information and Event Manager (SIEM)
  • Reporting and Metrics

• Operational Activities
  • Administer SPAM protection utilities contained within the Email Gateway; configure sender and domain blacklists, maintain tracking for all reported emails.
  • Administer Web Gateway (URL Filtering); manage whitelist modifications, reporting and metrics.
  • Coordinate and perform reporting and monitoring functions on the Security Information and Event Manager (SIEM) in place within the ISS enterprise.
  • Create security baselines for workstation, desktops, network devices and database technologies. Audit assets for adherence with the documented baselines.
  • Monitor security vulnerability repositories and relevant security news websites for relevant bugs and news items.
  • Coordinate appropriate updates to the local business continuity plan from a business and technology perspective.

• Other appropriate duties as assigned to drive forward progress for the firm.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and interest in Physical Security and/or Cybersecurity experience
• Knowledge and interest with Mimecast, McAfee web gateway, SIEM, anti-malware and other tools is a plus.
• Understanding establishing and monitoring information security controls and ISO Standards is a plus.
• Certification(s) such as Security+ preferred
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to interface and coordinate work efficiently and effectively with ISS personnel in locations around the globe.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

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