GlobalFoundries→
Cybersecurity Intern (Summer 2026)
InternshipOn-siteFull-time
Location
Malta, NY
Salary
$42k–$83k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
1 month ago
Skills
cybersecurity principlesdata protection practicesdlp tools familiarityproject management skillsplanning & organizational skillseagerness to learncommunication skills
Job Description
Summary: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing design, development, and fabrication services. They are seeking a Cybersecurity intern to assist in maintaining and enhancing data protection and data loss prevention strategies while gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices and technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the implementation, configuration and monitoring of DLP tools to help prevent unauthorized data exfiltration
- Analyze alerts and reports from DLP systems and provide recommendations for mitigating data leakage related risks
- Support investigations into data breaches, including root cause analysis and documentation
- Help develop and update data protection policies and procedures
- Work on projects related to DLP and other data protection technologies and initiatives as assigned
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
Required Qualifications:
- Education – At least a sophomore at time of application and actively pursuing a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field through an accredited degree program during the time of internship
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
- Ability to work at least 20 hours per week during the internship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior related internship or co-op experience
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc
- Project management skills, i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
- Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection practices
- Familiarity with DLP tools (e.g., Forcepoint, Microsoft Purview) and concepts is a plus
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes
Required Skills: Cybersecurity principles, Data protection practices, DLP tools familiarity
Important Skills: Project management skills
Nice-to-Have Skills: Planning & organizational skills, Eagerness to learn, communication skills
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer