Cyber Security Intern (Portland, Or)

M Financial Group is a community of leaders comprising the best and brightest minds in our industry. By combining individuals’ expertise and skill, M Financial Group has become a powerful force committed to advancing the interests of our industry, communities, and clients for over 40 years.  M’s solutions are rooted in the diverse expertise of our team, our collaborative approach to innovation and our comprehensive support.

We embrace a progressive, dynamic mindset for every role.  M Financial Group provides a professional community that actively supports individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives who come together to build and support best-in-class solutions. If you’re looking to be a part of a high performing, collaborative, and dedicated team, M Financial Group is in search of our next Cybersecurity Intern to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and knowledge in the fields of Cybersecurity, Computer Systems, and Network.

Duration: 10 weeks, Paid Internship

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Monitor the cybersecurity intake system and inbox.
• Monitoring of the various cybersecurity tools and performing log analysis – assisting the cybersecurity team with the monitoring of security tools, log reviews, and analyzing incidents.
• Identify malware/viruses, remediate malware/viruses, and perform rudimentary analysis.
•  Assist in preparation and documentation of standard operating procedures and protocols by helping and reducing the workload of the cybersecurity team.
• Work with other team members such as Infrastructure, Application Development, and Product Owners to ensure that security measures align with the organization’s policies and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Completion of at least sophomore year in college, majoring in MIS, Computer Science, System Administration or Cybersecurity.
•  Understanding of general informational technology concepts (research, troubleshooting, testing, validation, status updates, documentation)
•  Understanding of general cybersecurity concepts and terminology.
•  Understanding of general systems and networking concepts.
•  General Office Software (MS Office, M365, Zoom).
•  Good communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to prioritize work on multiple projects. 
•  Self-motivated, excited about learning, comfortable working in collaborative environment characterized by open sharing of feedback to achieve optimum outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.

RELATIONSHIPS

• The position is part of the Technology Team. The Cybersecurity Intern will have the opportunity to work with a variety of systems, from traditional office applications, sophisticated security systems, networking, web, and other technology. 
•  This position may work with outside parties, including vendors. This position will require no travel to meet those needs.

JOB CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

•  Hybrid work environment, offering a blend of virtual/work from home and onsite days designed to support flexibility.
• Professional office environment/desk assignment 
• Extensive use of PCs, computer terminal, display, keyboard, and mouse 
• Extensive close work with documents, publications, databases, and spreadsheets 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation: $20.00/Hr

Benefits during the internship include:

• Medical/Vision Insurance
• Modern Health (Mental Health Therapy and Coaching)
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA (Health and Dependent Care)
• HSA (for qualified medical plan)
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• 401(k) 

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.