Job Specifications
Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.
We are seeking a motivated Intern (Cybersecurity) to join our team for a summer internship with Paul Hastings.
This role offers hands-on exposure to key areas of cybersecurity, including Security Engineering & Operations, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), and Identity & Access Management (IAM). You’ll work with experienced professionals, contribute to real projects, conduct independent research, and gain insight into how cybersecurity functions at an enterprise level.
In this capacity, the Intern will:
Assist in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and alerts;
Support the implementation and documentation of security policies, standards, and procedures;
Participate in vulnerability assessments and help track remediation efforts;
Work on IAM-related tasks such as access reviews, provisioning, and audit support;
Help with GRC activities including risk assessments, compliance tracking, and third party risk management; and
Collaborate across teams to support cross-functional security initiatives.
Proficiencies:
Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and tools;
Familiarity with operating systems, networking, cloud and cybersecurity technologies;
Strong communication skills and attention to detail; and
Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
Qualifications:
Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
The hourly wage that we expect to pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.
The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion .
Paul Hastings LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
SEARCH FIRM SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS ROLE.
About the Company
With widely recognized elite teams in finance, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, restructuring and special situations, litigation, employment and real estate, Paul Hastings is a premier law firm providing superior intellectual capital and execution globally to the world’s leading investment banks, asset managers and corporations.
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