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At UL, we know why we come to work.

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a Cyber Security Intern to join our team in Northbrook, Illinois.

What you’ll learn & achieve:

Exciting intern opportunity to be part of the Global Cybersecurity Team and work across multiple security domains, including Governance Risk and Compliance, Vulnerability and Risk Management, Information Security and Awareness, Cloud Security, and Security Operations. You will assist in supporting a variety of cybersecurity projects by gathering requirements for development, designing and testing of security solutions, enhancement and support of our security solutions, and/or creating automation solutions

+ Respond to minor security events

+ Assist in escalating events as needed

+ Assess network security for vulnerabilities

+ Assist in researching threats and penetration testing

+ Analyze Threat Intelligence and creating briefing materials

+ Implement and support cybersecurity protections

+ Develop recommended system hardening practices based on CIS recommendations

+ Perform security compliance checks

+ Assist with the Information Security and Awareness Training program and Vulnerability and Risk Management Programs

What makes you a great fit:

+ Rising senior currently pursuing an bachelor’s degree in: Cyber Security or related field.

+ Excellent computer, spreadsheet, analytical, problem solving and technical skills and a basic understanding of accounting principles.

+ Highly motivated self-starter

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Indefinite right to work in the United States

What we offer:

+ Total Rewards: The hourly rate for this role is $28.00. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus to assist with housing, travel, and other relocation expenses, subject to terms and conditions. Your internship will consist of a 10-12 week long project, networking, learning & development opportunities, and will provide you with the opportunity to make a real world impact.

Learn More:

Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com

UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:

Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.