Description
Role Snapshot
The Internship Program with WPS Health Solutions is comprised of two key components. The first component involves gaining practical experience to supplement academic coursework and prepare for future career pursuits. This will be comprised of a hands-on role within a functional area related to a relevant field of study. Each internship incorporates responsibilities and tasks which support the business objectives and client service offerings, while providing ongoing collaboration with experienced departmental colleagues and exposure to "real world" business demands. The second element centers on exposure to corporate culture and professional development. Interns will participate in discussions focused on building soft-skills and business acumen. This intern will support the organization's Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) efforts, gaining hands-on experience in managing IT security audits, risk assessments, and compliance documentation. The intern will assist with various projects related to contractual and regulatory compliance, risk management, audit support, and document management, contributing to the overall security posture of the organization.
Start Date: June 2025Pay Rate: $20.00/hourHybrid Work Location: This position will be hybrid, having the regional availability to come into our office Two days a week. Our office location: WPS Corporate Center Building - 1717 W. Broadway in Madison, WI.
In this role you will:
Assist with the preparation and support of internal and external IT security audits.
Support risk and compliance assessments to identify gaps and areas of risk.
Manage and organize documentation related to IT security policies, audits, and risk assessments.
Work within the ServiceNow module to support, risk assessments, and compliance activities.
Assist IT Security staff on special projects and initiatives supporting the GRC team.
How do I know this opportunity is right for me? If you:
Are interested in IT security, risk management, and compliance, and want to understand how organizations ensure they meet security standards and regulations.
Enjoy problem-solving and working with detailed documentation to ensure that security and compliance requirements are met.
Are eager to gain hands-on experience in conducting audits, risk assessments, and supporting governance frameworks.
Have a strong attention to detail and enjoy working with regulations, policies, and security protocols to help improve an organization's overall security posture.
What will I gain from this role?
Develop a deeper understanding of IT security frameworks, risk management strategies, and the importance of regulatory compliance in maintaining organizational security.
Contribute to real-world projects related to security audits, risk analysis, and compliance documentation, playing a role in enhancing the security posture of the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship is required for this opportunity due to Department of Defense restrictions.
Be currently pursuing a degree in higher education or recent graduate.
Have experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management or related field.
Remote Work Requirements
High speed cable or fiber internet
Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net)
Please review Remote Worker FAQs (https://secure.wpsic.com/files/remote-work-faqs.pdf) for additional information
Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available
Holiday Pay and On-Demand PTO
Who We Are
WPS, a health solutions company, (https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/about/index.shtml) is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years (https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/75/) . Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Culture Drives Our Success
WPS' culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled and rewarded. We accomplish this by creating an open and empowering employee experience. We recognize the benefits of employee engagement as an investment in our workforce-both current and future-to effectively seek, leverage, and include differing and unique perspectives that fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. This results in people bringing their authentic selves to work every day in an organization that successfully adapts to business changes and new opportunities.
We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organization regarding our culture and workplace: WPS Newsroom - Awards and Recognition. (https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/news/?c=awards)
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