Cybersecurity Summer Internship

The Cigna Group's Technology Development Program (TECDP) Cyber-Security Summer Internship

Get ready for an exciting summer with The Cigna Group's Technology Development Program Summer Internship. We are looking for passionate individuals eager to dive into the world of technology and make a real difference in healthcare.

Over 12 dynamic weeks, you'll work on impactful technology projects, receive comprehensive training, and benefit from invaluable mentorship to accelerate your career.

What You Will Do

• Meaningful Role Work: Work within Cyber Security across both technical and investigative teams. Contribute to threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and risk mitigation efforts that protect sensitive health data and critical infrastructure. Whether analyzing suspicious activity in a Security Operations Center (SOC), conducting forensic investigations, or engineering secure systems, you'll gain hands-on experience solving real-world challenges.
• Learning From Others: Engage with peers, mentors, and cross-functional partners through community-building activities and collaborative initiatives. Support recruiting efforts, drive innovation, promote community, or enhance onboarding experiences, learning by doing and growing through shared knowledge.
• Formal Education and Curriculum: Participate in structured learning through core and track-specific curriculum, including technical training, leadership development, and business exposure to support your growth as a well-rounded technologist.
• Community Building: Build meaningful relationships across the organization through networking events, mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and informal peer engagement.

Qualifications

What you need to do the job:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, with a focus on security practices and principles.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including network security, threat analysis, and risk management.
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and endpoint protection solutions.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language relevant to cybersecurity, such as Python, Java, or JavaScript, with a willingness to enhance coding skills for security applications.
• Experience with security software and programs, such as Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit, and Splunk or the ELK Stack, as well as antivirus/anti-malware tools like McAfee and Symantec.
• Exposure to operating systems (Windows and Linux) and an understanding of security configurations and vulnerabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically about security issues and potential solutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proactive attitude toward learning and keeping up with the latest trends in cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of agile methodologies, such as Scrum, and familiarity with modern delivery practices, such as continuous integration and test-driven development.
• A GPA of 3.3 or higher is preferred.

Additional Information

Locations: This role requires a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three days per week onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and one additional day of the employee's choice), and the option to work the remaining days remotely. Employees must be able to meet the onsite schedule.

Program Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week beginning May 24th, 2027. Working days are Monday through Friday.

Compensation: The anticipated hourly pay range for this role is $25.00 to $33.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and location.

Work Authorization / Visa Sponsorship: This position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who do not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship including, but not limited to, H-1B, CPT/OPT/STEM.

Pre-Employment Requirements: Selected candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment tasks approximately 45 days prior to the program's start date. Completion of the drug test requires availability within the United States during this timeframe.