Information Security Intern (Hybrid)

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Signet Jewelers

Signet Jewelers

Information Security Intern (Hybrid)

Akron, OH
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and t his core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People - and the love their actions inspire - are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you - rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!

    As an Information Security GRC Intern, you will support the Information Security team in managing and improving our Governance, Risk, and Compliance programs. You will gain hands-on experience in risk assessment, regulatory compliance (such as SOX, PCI), and security frameworks (ie. NIST) while assisting in day-to-day activities related to security audits, policy management, and risk mitigation strategies.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist in conducting risk assessments and identifying potential security vulnerabilities in systems and processes.

    • Support the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and documentation in alignment with industry standards (e.g. NIST)

    • Help with audit preparations and assist in gathering evidence for internal and external security audits (e.g. SOX, PCI)

    • Contribute to the development and tracking of training and awareness materials related to information security best practices.

    • Help in conducting bi-annual user certification processes.

    • Research emerging trends in information security and GRC practices to provide insights for continuous improvement.

    • Support the team in maintaining documentation and records related to compliance activities.

    Qualifications :

    • Currently pursuing a degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.

    • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

    • Strong interest in information security, risk management, and compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO, NIST, SOC 1 and 2, GDPR)

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

    • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze data effectively.

    • Good communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

    • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

    Work Environment:

    • Partime, year-round internship (20 hours/week), start date to be determined.

    • Hybrid work environment, local to Akron, OH.

    Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of all levels of employees. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.

  • Industry
    Retail
  • About Us

    Signet Jewelers is the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry and a Great Place to Work –Certified™ company, We’re also ranked #12 on the 2022 Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail. Signet is a people company – this means that we put our customers and our team members at the center of everything we do.