A Security Operations Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. You will gain real-world experience in the Security Operation Center (SOC) by helping resolve security issues, developing defensive capabilities, and maintaining Workiva’s security posture.What You'll Do<ul><li>Document, investigate, and report on information security issues and emerging trends</li><li>Provide Incident Response support when an actionable incident is confirmed</li><li>Manage and configure tools and devices to expand our security monitoring infrastructure</li><li>Develop and maintain alerts, reports, and visualizations to assist with routine security and compliance tasks</li><li>Triage and respond to reported and generated security alerts</li><li>Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas</li></ul>What You'll NeedMinimum Qualifications<ul><li>Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program, preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a similar degree program with a security focus</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data</li><li>Strong communication and social networking skills (written, verbal, listening) to collaborate with other teams across the organization</li><li>Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Self-motivated to research and understand how things work</li><li>Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems</li><li>Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)</li><li>Familiarity with Splunk (SPL) query language and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS)</li></ul>Travel Requirements &amp; Working Conditions<ul><li>Minimal travel</li><li>Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office</li></ul>Sponsorship Requirements<ul><li>Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future</li></ul> When can you expect to hear back? We are committed to attending all career fairs and recruitment events before closing our positions. That means, this position might be open without updates for a few weeks to give us time to connect with all potential candidates before wrapping up the recruitment season. Check out our tentative timeline below to see when you can expect to hear from us!<ul><li>All postings close: September 28th, 2025</li><li>Interviews: Early to mid October</li><li>Offers: Mid - late October</li></ul> 2026 Start Dates: This position has opportunities to start in the Summer. Please see our start date below and let us know your availability.<ul><li>Summer 2026 Internships: Monday, May 18, 2025 (40/hours per week max)</li></ul>How You’ll Be Rewarded✅ 401(k) participation and match✅ Paid sick leave✅ A unique opportunity to further your learning experience through additional internship seasonsEmployment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email <a href="mailto:earlycareer@workiva.com">earlycareer@workiva.com</a>.Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.

Workiva is on a mission to power transparent reporting for a better world. We build and deliver the world&rsquo;s leading cloud platform for assured integrated reporting to meet stakeholder demands for action, transparency, and disclosure of financial and non-financial data. Workiva offers the only unified SaaS platform that brings customers&rsquo; financial reporting, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) together in a controlled, secure, audit-ready platform. Our platform simplifies the most complex reporting and disclosure challenges by streamlining processes, connecting data and teams, and ensuring consistency. Learn more at workiva.com.

Summer 2026 Intern - Security Operations

A Security Operations Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. You will gain real-world experience in the Security Operation Center (SOC) by helping resolve security issues, developing defensive capabilities, and maintaining Workiva’s security posture.What You'll Do<ul><li>Document, investigate, and report on information security issues and emerging trends</li><li>Provide Incident Response support when an actionable incident is confirmed</li><li>Manage and configure tools and devices to expand our security monitoring infrastructure</li><li>Develop and maintain alerts, reports, and visualizations to assist with routine security and compliance tasks</li><li>Triage and respond to reported and generated security alerts</li><li>Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas</li></ul>What You'll NeedMinimum Qualifications<ul><li>Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program, preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a similar degree program with a security focus</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data</li><li>Strong communication and social networking skills (written, verbal, listening) to collaborate with other teams across the organization</li><li>Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Self-motivated to research and understand how things work</li><li>Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems</li><li>Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)</li><li>Familiarity with Splunk (SPL) query language and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS)</li></ul>Travel Requirements &amp; Working Conditions<ul><li>Minimal travel</li><li>Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office</li></ul>Sponsorship Requirements<ul><li>Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future</li></ul> When can you expect to hear back? We are committed to attending all career fairs and recruitment events before closing our positions. That means, this position might be open without updates for a few weeks to give us time to connect with all potential candidates before wrapping up the recruitment season. Check out our tentative timeline below to see when you can expect to hear from us!<ul><li>All postings close: September 28th, 2025</li><li>Interviews: Early to mid October</li><li>Offers: Mid - late October</li></ul> 2026 Start Dates: This position has opportunities to start in the Summer. Please see our start date below and let us know your availability.<ul><li>Summer 2026 Internships: Monday, May 18, 2025 (40/hours per week max)</li></ul>How You’ll Be Rewarded✅ 401(k) participation and match✅ Paid sick leave✅ A unique opportunity to further your learning experience through additional internship seasonsEmployment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:earlycareer@workiva.com">earlycareer@workiva.com</a>.Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.

Summer 2026 Intern - Security Operations

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