IT Security Intern

ABOUT USG AND OUR DIGITAL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE JOURNEY

USG Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions highlighted by Sheetrock®, Durock®, and Securock® Brands.

Headquartered in Chicago, USG serves construction markets around the world through its Gypsum, Performance Materials and Ceilings divisions. Its walls, ceiling, flooring, sheathing, and roofing products provide solutions that enable customers to build outstanding spaces where people live, work, and play.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Cyber Security Intern to join our team. As a Cyber Security Intern, you will work alongside experienced professionals to help protect our organization's digital assets, identify vulnerabilities, and implement security solutions. This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, providing you with the opportunity to develop foundational skills in cyber security and information technology.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist in documenting security policies, procedures, and incident reports.

· Proactively monitor the environment to detect and implement steps to mitigate cyber-attacks before they occur.

· Participates in threat hunting and threat detection. Help perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing under supervision.

· Perform tasks using a range of enterprise security tools.

· Monitor security alerts and assist in triage.

· Monitor security related tickets and perform necessary activities to respond to or resolve the tickets.

· Collaborate with fellow interns within the internship program

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

· Strong writing skills, as well as the ability to articulate security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff.

· Provides timely and accurate distribution of information and reports related to information security activities, products, processes and software.

· Familiarity with security principles, practices, and technologies.

· Knowledge of the NIST and MITRE Att&ck Framework.

· Understanding of networking, firewalls, SIEM, EDR, IDPS, and DLP concepts.

· Ability to work cross-functionally with other IT units on shared projects and initiatives

· Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including the ability to create and edit spreadsheets in Excel and develop simple PowerPoint presentations.

Education

· Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security Engineering or related field.

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

  EOE including disability/veteran