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State StreetAbout the role
Jan 26 – Jun 26 (Full-time role)
Who We Are Looking For:
This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in contributing to our team as a Privilege Access Management intern within State Street’s Global Technology Services organization. Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, embraces creativity, and invests in personal growth. This role requires a collaborative mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to inspire others.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Privileged Access Management (PAM) team. This internship offers hands-on experience in managing and securing privileged accounts, supporting access control initiatives, and contributing to the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization.
What You Will Do:
In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, identify risks, and deliver solutions.
• Assist in the onboarding and offboarding of privileged accounts across various systems and platforms.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of PAM tools (e.g., CA-PAM , CyberArk, Hashicorp etc ).
• Monitor and analyze privileged access logs for unusual or unauthorized activity.
• Help document PAM processes, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in access reviews and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to improve access control mechanisms.
• Research and recommend improvements to PAM practices and technologies.
• Identify potential opportunities for process and automation improvements.
In this role, you will have:
• Engagement in meaningful daily work: You'll take ownership of specific tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience and building confidence through real contributions.
• A supportive learning environment: You'll exercise your judgment in a guided setting, with mentorship and supervision to help you grow.
• Focused skill development: This role is designed to help you deepen your expertise in a specific area.
• Clear structure and expectations: You'll work within well-defined parameters, giving you the clarity and focus to succeed.
• Independent contributions: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your individual contributions while collaborating with a supportive team.
• Focus on growth: While there are no people management responsibilities with this role, it is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.
• A collaborative team culture: You'll build strong working relationships with your peers and supervisor, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.
Education and Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates should be:
• Final-year undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical disciplines who are interested in converting to a full-time role post-graduation
• Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a dynamic, technology-driven organization
• Effective communicators with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement
• Motivated by real-world problem solving and eager to contribute innovative ideas
Certification nice to haves:
• CompTIA Security+
• Microsoft Security Fundamentals
• Any certifications on CyberArk Defender , Sentry, HashiCorp
Core Competencies:
Candidates should exhibit working knowledge of the following key skills and proficiencies:
• Network Security
• Information Security
• Operating Systems (OS)
• Detail-Oriented
• Communication
• Business Writing
• Teamwork
Nice to have skills:
• Shell Scripting
• Analytical Thinking
• Critical Thinking
About State Street:
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It’s also part of
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