Cybersecurity Intern

Who are we:

Toyota Insurance is a brand name of Toyota Insurance Management Solutions USA, LLC (TIMS). We are an independent agency specializing in property and casualty insurance for Toyota vehicle owners. We offer insurance through our trusted carrier partners to provide coverage for your Toyota vehicle, home and other assets. Our mission is to improve the Toyota ownership experience by improving the insurance experience.

Why Toyota Insurance? 

At Toyota Insurance, our goal is to grow talent from great to greater! Your internship will include hands-on corporate experience plus our Knowledge Café (corporate training courses). Our team of innovators are world changers looking to disrupt the insurance industry. We envision the impossible and use our intellectual equity to make it possible! Don’t delay, join our team today!

Job Overview:

The Cybersecurity Intern will support the Information Security team in strengthening enterprise security posture across applications, networks, and third-party environments.  This role provides hands-on exposure to security control assessments, secure software development practices, and infrastructure security operations.  You will assist with risk management activities, security testing initiatives, and operational support for enterprise security tools and network security technologies.  This internship is designed to build foundational experience in cyber security & risk management.

Intern Job Responsibilities:

• Aid in developing and building Secure Software development life cycle program.


•  Support developers with security testing of source code and assisting with identifying and managing vulnerabilities (application code, libraries, firmware, containers and operating systems) across information systems.


•  Assist in reviewing security alerts, vulnerabilities, and remediation tracking.


•  Assist in performing application risk and control assessments and help develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.


• Participate in network security configuration reviews and security device monitoring.


• Research and stay informed about the latest security threats, trends, and vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity landscape.


•  Support various projects within Information Security department as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic programming knowledge (Python or similar is a plus).


• Demonstrated understanding of software security testing using tools such as SAST/DAST/SCA.


• Knowledge of Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.


• Demonstrated understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure, Microsoft 365, or AWS.


• Demonstrated understanding of computer networks, TCP stack, VPNs, Operating Systems, Encryption, Firewall, Threat detection, Authentication, Authorization, etc.


• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Required Education and Experience:

• Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST CSF/800-171, ISO 27001/2, CIS, CSA CCM, etc).


• Familiarity with Cyber Risk frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO27005, NIST-SP 800-39/37)


• Knowledge of Agile methodologies

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience with enterprise-level cyber security technologies.


• Real-world exposure to cyber threats, vulnerabilities and root-cause analysis.


• Exposure with real-world analytical, business writing, reporting and communication skills.


• Deepen collaboration skills by working across different teams.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $20-$24 based on skills and experience


• Minimum experience: Entry-level candidate; current college junior or senior, or pursuing a master’s degree.

Position Type/Expected Hours of work/Compensation:

This is a full-time position for the months of May - August. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This position does not offer sponsorship or the transfer of sponsorship of employment Visa.

Learn More: 

Visit our website Toyota Auto Insurance | Toyota Auto Insurance (toyotaims.com) to learn more about our company culture and career opportunities.

FLSA Job Status:                    ☐ Exempt                           ☒Non-Exempt

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

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Candidates must already hold work eligibility for the United States.