About the role#
This internship focuses on protecting systems, data, and applications. You will work within one of four key areas: Cybersecurity, Security Operations Center, Identity Access Management, or Application Security. This is a full-time, paid, 11-week on-site position.
What you'll do#
- Monitor security alerts and incidents while assisting with vulnerability scanning and remediation.
- Perform initial triage of security events and alarms, escalating potential threats to senior analysts.
- Manage access requests and account provisioning, including the maintenance of documentation for accounts and permissions.
- Support secure code reviews, testing, and application vulnerability assessments.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- A minor or concentration in Cybersecurity, or equivalent exposure through professional or extracurricular activities.
- A graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Location & details#
- The position is based in North Chicago, Illinois.
- This is an on-site role.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About AbbVie
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company based in North Chicago, Illinois. It researches and manufactures medicines across several therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. The organization operates as a public company with over 59,000 employees. It maintains a presence in various international locations such as Canada, South Korea, Japan, and Costa Rica.
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