Job Description
Cybersecurity Internships 2027Application Deadline: October 1stSchedule: Full-time, onsite, Monday through FridayAs a Cybersecurity Intern, you will contribute to protecting our critical infrastructure and sensitive data across back, middle and front office operations. This 9-week onsite program offers hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices, mentorship from industry professionals, and exposure to multiple areas of security operations at a leading global brokerage firm.As an intern, you will:
Work closely with our experienced security engineers to design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutionsOwn security projects while collaborating with team members for guidance and updatesParticipate in security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and threat monitoring activities
What You Gain from the IBKR Experience
Assist in impromptu threat modelling preparation for penetration testsSupport penetration testing and execution of test casesHelp compile penetration testing reportsParticipate in testing tools to help improve the penetration testing processLearn the basics of Red Teaming and AI TestingContribute to setting up infrastructure for penetration testing and red teamingLearn how to conduct penetration testing against both web applications and mobile applications.
Position Requirements
Required on-site 9-week program commitment.Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.Students graduating between Dec 2027 and May 2028 (preferred)Have a minimum GPA of 3.5Basic understanding of network and application security concepts. Familiarity with common security tools and technologies.Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Interest in financial technology security challenges.This internship provides valuable exposure to enterprise cybersecurity in a regulated financial environment.
Intern Benefits & Perks
Daily company lunch allowance provided.Access to free all-day sodas, juices, snacks, and fresh organic fruitsFree shuttle service from the train station.Access to a Wellness room.Gym access on subsides rates.Lunch and Learn sessions for networking.Team building outing
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Greenwich, CT |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1977 |
| Website | https://www.interactivebrokers.com/en/home.php |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, 401K, Stock Options, Flexible Spending Accounts
About Company
About Interactive Brokers LLC
Our Business
For over 40 years, Interactive Brokers has been the pioneer of the electronic trading revolution. We rapidly scaled from a small U.S. options market-maker into a sizable global trading firm by leveraging the power of technology and automation.
Recognizing an opportunity to provide low-cost brokerage services to individuals and institutions seeking alternatives to high-priced firms, we opened our vast intercontinental electronic network and trade execution services to clients. Today, we serve 1.81M clients in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.*
Since inception, we have been committed to delivering value through technological innovation, and providing our clients with unprecedented access to global markets at the lowest cost.
See the list of our awards here:
https://www.interactivebrokers.com/en/index.php?f=809
Innovators Wanted
We are looking for people who see opportunity where others see the status quo. At Interactive Brokers, every one of our exceptional and dedicated employees plays a role in keeping our technology on the cutting-edge, and our company at the forefront of the electronic trading industry.
Our employees work on projects that impact clients around the world in a dynamic startup-style culture. We offer opportunities to push the boundaries of technology. Why will you choose Interactive Brokers?
Benefits and Incentives
As an employee of Interactive Brokers, you will enjoy a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package. While the specifics of each country's package may vary, most of our offices offer some version of the following, plus more:
- Competitive Pay with discretionary bonus packages which include company stock grants
- Comprehensive Health Plans that include extensive Vision, Dental and Prescription coverage
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
(generous company match)
- Daily Lunch Allowance
- Wellness Incentives
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Personal Time and Sick Leave
Locations
We are a global company headquartered in Greenwich, Conneticut, with over 2,650+ employees in offices in the USA, Hungary, Estonia, Russia, Switzerland, Canada, hong Kong, the UK, Australia, Japan, India and China.
Use your skills and interests to
innovate at Interactive Brokers.
Review our many openings across our unique teams
and see what opportunities are right for you.
We are a global company headquartered in Greenwich, Conneticut, with over 2,650+ employees in offices in the USA, Hungary, Estonia, Russia, Switzerland, Canada, hong Kong, the UK, Australia, Japan, India and China.
Skills
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Applications Securityunmatched
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
- Brokerageunmatched
- Computer Scienceunmatched
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Internet Applicationunmatched
- Internet Securityunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Mobile Applicationsunmatched
- Network Securityunmatched
- Penetration Testingunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Security Analysisunmatched
- Security Designunmatched
- Team Buildingunmatched
- Test Toolsunmatched
- Testingunmatched
- Threat Modelingunmatched
- Vulnerability Scannersunmatched
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