2024 Summer - Application Security Engineer Intern at Workiva Harrisonburg, VA

2024 Summer - Application Security Engineer Intern job at Workiva. Harrisonburg, VA.This position will start in the summer and could have the opportunity to continue into the fall*. Please see our start dates below.• Summer Internship start date: Monday, May 20, 2024• 40/hours per week max• If extended into the fall, hours would decrease to a max of 20 hrs/week. Extensions are based off business need and performance.Job SummaryThe Security Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. This person helps solves security issues, develops tools to assist with security threats, and assists with vulnerability testing of web applications. This person may make recommendations on security controls and collaborates with internal stakeholders to gather information.Responsibilities• Provide Incident Response support when actionable incident is confirmed.• Document, investigate and report on information security issues and emerging trends.• Manage and configure tools and devices to expand our security monitoring infrastructureSecurity Engineering• Develop tools to assist with security and compliance tasks• Assist with continual vulnerability testing of web applications to identify weaknesses• Research and identify potential security controls to fix active vulnerabilities• Collaborate with other teams to create remediation strategies and timelines for vulnerabilitiesWhat You'll NeedSkills• Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data• Strong communication & networking skills (written, verbal, listening)• Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)Experience• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and/or penetration testing techniques preferred• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google App Engine (GAE) preferred• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systemsIf Security Engineering focused :• Ability to analyze problems and devise creative solutions within business constraints• Good understanding of and common web application vulnerabilitiesEducation• Must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program, preferably in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or similar degree requiredTravel Requirements• Minimal travelWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva office.Sponsorship requirements:• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future.How You’ll Be Rewarded• Salary range in the US: $40.00 - $40.00• 401(k) participation and match• Paid sick leave• A unique opportunity to further your learning experience through additional internship seasonsWhere You’ll WorkOur values drive how we work and who we hire. You will see these values ingrained in how we support our customers, work with team members, build our products and in the work environment we’ve created.We believe our people are our greatest asset, and our unique culture gives employees the opportunity to make an impact everyday. We give our employees the freedom and resources they need-backed by our culture of collaboration and diverse thought-to continue innovating and breaking new ground. We hire talented people with a wide range of skills and experiences who are eager to tackle some of today’s most challenging problems.At Workiva, you’ll enjoy• Intern Environment: Workiva was ranked a top 100 internship program by WayUp and ranked #20 in Best Places to Work for a reason! Our interns have the opportunity to participate in mentoring, professional development, networking, and flexible hours during their internship. We continually strive to provide numerous resources to build not just excellent interns, but excellent business professionals.• Real Work Experience: Workiva interns are treated as full-time employees and are allowed the freedom to contribute to real work that truly impacts Workiva and it’s operations. From writing code in our production environment to directly supporting our customers' on our newest platform, our interns play a vital role in our company!• Fantastic Perks: Being an intern at Workiva has benefits beyond just a paycheck. You can’t beat the wellness discounts, 401k participation and match, casual dress environment, paid sick leave and countless other perks that Workiva offers!• Involvement: Ability to participate in Business Employee Resource Groups (Black, Hispanic, Asian, Women, Rainbow (LGBTQIA+), Veterans, Disabilities), Volunteering, Company wide celebrations, and more• Opportunity at Workiva: At Workiva, we offer more than just a 12-15 week spring or summer program. 80% of our interns extend longer than just 1 semester with us to continue work on their projects. As long as you are enrolled in a degree seeking program, you could have the opportunity to be an intern at Workiva until you graduate!Learn more about life at Workiva: []Workiva is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We believe that great minds think differently. We value diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and interests, and we recognize diversity as an important source of intellectual thought, varied perspective, and innovation. Employment 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.We strongly encourage and welcome people from historically marginalized groups to apply.Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email EarlyCareer@Workiva.com .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.