Job Description

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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability ( WTW inc.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement,

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