Associate Cybersecurity Engineer, Intern - Ashburn, VA

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

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Located in Ashburn office, Associate Cybersecurity Engineer, Intern in Secure Access and Enforcement will play a critical role in the daily operations as part of the cybersecurity team supporting a global mission. This role involves operating and maintaining the Visa enterprise Secure Access Service Edge capability including the Cloud Access Security Broker, OpenDNS, DLP solutions and other related components. The position reports to the Director, Secure Access and Enforcement as part of the Cyber Operations & Discovery Team.  This position requires hands-on involvement during problem identification and resolution activities. It demands a blend of technical expertise and leadership capabilities to ensure the security of Visa's on-prem and cloud environments as well as collaborating with a team of cybersecurity analysts.

Some job duties and projects could include:

• Review and evaluate incidents as submitted by internal customers to ensure we adhere to standard procedures and quality entries to the incidents.
• Helps with developing and driving innovations within the team.
• Participate in strategic initiatives.
• Provide technical direction and support for operational security issues.
• Support troubleshooting and resolving issues related to SASE capabilities (e.g. Palo Alto Network’s Prisma and Zscalar).
• Provide technical assistance in developing Standard Operating Procedures for technical efforts in security related operational areas.
• Participate and execute the monitoring, analysis, and resolution of incidents and trouble tickets associated with SASE systems, and tools issues for its team.
• Ensure compliance with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to guarantee timely responses.
• Support and contribute to incident bridges for timely resolution of internal issues.
• Assist with analyzing and reporting operational security key performance and risk metrics to drive program improvements.
• Propose automation ideas to gain efficiency and improve processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Consistently demonstrate Visa leadership principles.
• Maintain and achieve new technical skills to improve overall security of the Vida enterprise network

Basic Qualifications 

• Students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, CIS/MIS, Cybersecurity, Business or a related field, with less than 2 years relevant work experience, graduating December 2025 or later.
• Strong communications skills, specifically, the absence of repeated grammatical or typographical errors, clear and concise written and spoken communications that demonstrate professional judgment.  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of network monitoring concepts and management tools.
• Network Security: In-depth understanding of firewalls, VPNs, secure web gateways, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• SASE Technologies: Familiarity with SASE platforms and technologies, including SD-WAN, CASB, and secure web gateways
• Cloud Services: Experience or Familiarity with cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud security practices.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Familiarity with IAM solutions and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of native cloud-based security monitoring tools.
• Zero Trust Architecture: Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and implementation.
• Compliance and Regulations: Knowledge of industry-specific compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Incident Response: Experience or Familiarity in managing security incidents and response strategies.
• Risk Management: Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• The ability to take on challenges and address problems head-on
• Strong ability to collaborate
• Highly driven, resourceful and results oriented
• Good team player and excellent interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and navigate through ambiguity

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $27/hr to $31/hr which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Authorization: Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

This is a hybrid position: Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.