2026 Cybersecurity Summer Intern

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 70000 - 75000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

SUMMARY
The Cybersecurity Intern contributes to the ongoing development and advancement of the firms cybersecurity and risk program. The Cybersecurity and Risk team is charged with upholding the confidentiality and integrity of firm data systems and facilities in compliance with organizational policies and standards. Members of this team are nimble and enjoy wearing multiple hats. A Cybersecurity Intern at GCM Grosvenor should expect to spend time investigating cybersecurity events and alerts managing and maintaining security tools partnering with other groups in technology to address vulnerabilities and researching best practices around new technologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The summer intern will be involved in the following critical activities:
Investigating documenting and reporting on information security events and alerts.
Participate in key cybersecurity projects and overall implementation of CIS 18.
Utilizing managing and maintaining common security toolset (Endpoint protection IDS/IPS vulnerability & threat management platform intelligence platforms SIEM etc.) to identify issues and analyze compliance with existing policies and procedures.
Monitor and report on the controls for the firms information and technology systems.
Partner with other teams in technology to mature and maintain security posture and controls.
Manage and tune existing security infrastructure to automate threat alerting ticket creation intelligent anomaly detection and metrics reporting.
Document procedures technical project requirements diagrams and controls as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel Word and Visio
Demonstrated team player self-starter and independent thinker
Highly attentive to detail and accuracy at all levels
Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing environment
Ability to gather and analyze facts draw conclusions define problems and suggest solutions
Must be capable of working well independently as well as in a collaborative environment
Must be able to communicate effectively
Interest in cybersecurity and learning CIS Framework
Interest in financial services and/or investment management a plus
Studying Information Technology a plus
Security certifications are a plus

At a Glance - GCMs Cybersecurity & Risk Team
Oversees the firms Cybersecurity Risk Management Change Management Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery programs
Collaborates with technology teams and other departments to ensure security best practices are a consistent theme
Utilizes Agile principles to prioritize and coordinate cybersecurity and risk initiatives
A strong team culture inside and outside the office
Adaptive to change and feedback from team members and firm employees

CULTURE
We are not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. Welcome change. We are a culture of empowerment accountability high performance and trust. Successful team members are self-motivated and energized by working alongside thoughtful and smart colleagues in a fast-paced environment. Individuals who thrive on this team enjoy being a part of an organization focused on excellence. We look for naturally collaborative individuals who enjoy interacting at all levels of the organization.

Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individuals experience skills and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual team and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE

$70000 - $75000 USD

ABOUT THE FIRM

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $86 billion in assets under management across private equity infrastructure real estate credit and absolute return investment strategies.

The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical dental vision and life insurance) flexible spending accounts and the employer sponsored retirement plan. Additionally employees are eligible for paid time off parental leave short-term and long-term disability as well as other care/wellness programs.

The firm is headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York Toronto London Frankfurt Tokyo Hong Kong Seoul and Sydney. For more information visit:.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

Required Experience:

Intern

SUMMARYThe Cybersecurity Intern contributes to the ongoing development and advancement of the firms cybersecurity and risk program. The Cybersecurity and Risk team is charged with upholding the confidentiality and integrity of firm data systems and facilities in compliance with organizational polici...