Spring & Summer 2027 Intern - Security & GRC
Workiva · Remote · United States · 11d ago
The Security Intern is an integral part of the Information Security team at Workiva. You will help solve security issues, develop tools to assist with security threats, and assist with vulnerability testing of web applications. This role may involve making recommendations on security controls and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
What You'll Do (depending on the team)
Security Operations
Provide Incident Response support when an 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 infrastructure
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 vulnerabilities
Develop queries and visualizations to assist with security and compliance tasks
Help solve security issues identified in the production application
Provide analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of various security devices
Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas
Enterprise Security
Monitor Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms to investigate and remediate security issues
Audit and monitor corporate SaaS applications (e.g., Okta, Google Workspace, Slack) against misconfigurations and unauthorized access.
Write basic scripts to automate enterprise security health checks, administrative workflows, and compliance reporting.
Collaborate with other teams to gather information regarding security problems, issues, and ideas
Research and identify potential security controls to fix active vulnerabilities
Collaborate with other teams to create remediation strategies and timelines for vulnerabilities
Assist with enterprise vulnerability scanning, asset inventory tracking, and remediation verification on internal systems.
Help design security awareness training content and execute corporate phishing simulation campaigns.
What You'll Need
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program, preferably in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong ethical and discretionary ability to handle sensitive information and data
Strong communication and networking skills (written, verbal, listening)
Basic competency in one or more programming languages (Python, Powershell, Bash, Java, SQL, Go, and/or Dart)
Familiarity with vulnerability tools (Trivy, Inspector, Nessus).
Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google App Engine (GAE)
Understanding of Zero Trust architecture, corporate data protection, and enterprise cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems
If Security Engineering focused: Ability to analyze problems and devise creative solutions within business constraints; good understanding of HTTP and common web application vulnerabilities
If Security Operations focused: Self-motivation and initiative skills to search for and resolve security issues; initiative and social skills to network with technical individuals to gather information on projects
Travel Requirements & Working Conditions
Minimal travel
Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely and not in a Workiva office
Location: This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our office hubs, you are welcome to work in a hybrid capacity and utilize our office spaces. Check out our article on Workplace Flexibility to learn more.
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!
Postings close: September 27, 2026
Engineering postings close: October 2, 2026
Interviews: Early to mid October
Offers: Late October
2027 Start Dates:
This position has opportunities to start in the Spring or Summer. Please see our start dates below and let us know your availability in your application.
Spring 2027 Internships: Monday, January 4, 2027 (15-20 hours per week max)
Summer 2027 Internships: Monday, May 17, 2027 (40/hours per week max)
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 seasons
Why Join Workiva
Workiva is the platform designed to bring confidence, control, and a competitive edge to the world’s most complex organizations. Our AI-powered platform unifies finance, risk, and sustainability on a single, secure foundation—ensuring data is trusted, traceable, and ready to act on. With an unbroken path from source to output, leaders gain confidence in their numbers, visibility into current and emerging risks, and the ability to move with speed and precision in a constantly changing world.
At Workiva, you’ll bring technology to market that executives, boards, and regulators depend on. The work you do here helps organizations navigate uncertainty, maintain trust, and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny. If you’re energized by meaningful challenges, inspired by collaborative teams, and motivated to help organizations turn uncertainty into advantage, we’d love to meet you.
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.
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.