Engineering, Security Intern
About Benefitfocus:
Benefitfocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: BNFT) is a leading provider of cloud-based benefits software solutions for consumers, employers, insurance carriers and brokers. Benefitfocus has served numerous consumers on its platform that consists of an integrated portfolio of products and services enabling clients to more efficiently shop, enroll, manage and exchange benefits information. With a user-friendly interface and consumer-centric design, the Benefitfocus Platform provides one place for consumers to access all their benefits. Benefitfocus solutions support the administration of all types of benefits including core medical, dental and other voluntary benefits plans as well as wellness programs.
Job Description:
Why Benefitfocus?
At Benefitfocus, our technology is changing the way the world thinks about healthcare and benefits. We provide insurance carriers, employers, consumers, and government entities cloud-based technology to shop, enroll, manage and exchange benefits information. To be at the forefront of software technology, our strategy is simple. We hire the best and brightest. Our associates tackle the toughest challenges in the industry and create software that is making a positive impact in the lives of millions. Benefitfocus offers challenging, exciting opportunities with a progressive, high growth software company. Every Benefitfocus associate is a valued resource. We constantly reward associates and provide a fun, engaging culture. At Benefitfocus, you are joining a rapidly growing company that is solidly positioned in the $2 trillion dollar healthcare industry. We are looking for an Engineering, Security Intern to join our Cyber Security team for Summer 2022.
Responsibilities:
• Interact with other departments to gather data, resolve and document complex technical issues.
• Participate in security testing and assessments.
• Execute on standard operating procedures for security tools and best practices.
• Assist in the audit of security configurations for compliance.
• Work with sensitive, confidential and/or proprietary information while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality, professionalism, and ethics.
• Identify and resolve complex issues and develop innovative solutions to achieve both business and technology goals while maintaining appropriate security.
Experience and Skills:
• Strong sense of professionalism, integrity and ethics.
• Understanding of the Software as a Service (SaaS) model.
• Experience in risk management concepts and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of cloud architecture and operations in AWS, GCP, and Azure public clouds
• Knowledge of security and privacy requirements such as PCI, SOX, SOC1/2, HITRUST, HIPAA, and Privacy regulations.
• SANS GIAC, Security+ or equivalent certifications a plus.
• Familiarity with multi-platform environments and their operational/security considerations.
• 3.0 or higher GPA