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Intern, Security and Compliance

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Durham, NC, USA
Internship

Under close supervision, an intern will perform entry level professional duties of moderate difficulty providing the opportunity for professional training in various functional areas throughout the company. Performs assigned duties to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance. May perform duties such as gathering and organizing data to provide information for departmental special projects or reports; basic arithmetic computations; assist in preparing written reports; accompany professional level employees on assignments; conduct interviews with clients or internal personnel to obtain basic information for departmental use; contacts other departments or outside agencies by phone to request or give information and other related duties as assigned. Assignments serve to offer practical experience and broad exposure to the company’s organizational structure. Utilizes current company-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Note: Specific activities vary by assignment. A wide range of college majors are considered based on specific needs of department such as: Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Health, Purchasing, Public Administration, Community Development and Communications.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Researches information security issues and provides summary of findings in an organized way.
  • Monitors development within Information Services & Solutions groups to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and controls.
  • Monitor InfoSec mailbox and respond/escalate inquiries.
  • Documents events, processes, procedures.
  • Manages an intranet site for collaboration and dissemination of information produced.
  • Works with other ISS groups in implementation and monitoring of information security controls.

Problem Solving & Impact:

  • Works on problems of moderate scope that require analysis and evaluation of identifiable factors and interpretation of the situation.
  • Exercises judgment within defined and existing practices to determine specific work methods for obtaining results.
  • Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

  • Close supervision involving detailed instructions and frequent monitoring of work performance.
  • Contacts are primarily within immediate work unit.
  • Contacts involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation
  • Contributes to business and departmental functions to achieve goals and acquire work experience.
  • Receives general instructions on assignments and work is reviewed for accuracy and completion.
  • Typically reports to a Manager.
Educational Background: 
Associate’s Degree or its International Equivalent in a Related Field. Working toward Bachelor's Degree.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Basic academic understanding of information security and industry trends.
  • Ability to perform research and develop summary.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to non-technical users.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
  • Typically requires 0-2 years of college experience in a related field of study.
  • Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
  • Ability to speak a foreign language is a plus.
  • Prior work experience in a non- governmental organization (NGO).
Compensation/Benefits: 

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

Organization Info

Fhi 360

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1974
About Us
Mission: 

To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Why Work For Us?: 

We Believe…

…the key to improving the lives of the world's most vulnerable people lies in generating, sharing, and applying knowledge.

…sustainability comes from improving the capacity of individuals and countries to address their needs.

…in partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities.

…in approaches that address human needs as a whole

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jun 16 2019
Active Until: 
Jul 16 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Fhi 360
industry: 
Nonprofit