Cybersecurity Intern at Hearst… · 300 West…

Summary: Hearst Newspapers is a leading global information and media company, and they are seeking a Cybersecurity Intern to support enterprise cybersecurity priorities. This role involves partnering with the Deputy CISO to advance cybersecurity initiatives, track program progress, and facilitate executive communications. Responsibilities: - Partner with the Deputy CISO to advance cybersecurity strategic initiatives - Translate executive direction into structured plans, timelines, and action items - Develop concise executive-ready presentations, briefings, and decision memos - Track progress across multiple security initiatives (e.g., AI governance, vulnerability management, SecOps improvements) - Maintain dashboards and milestone trackers - Identify risks, dependencies, and blockers across cross-functional teams - Support OKR tracking and roadmap execution - Conduct structured research to support strategic decision-making - Synthesize technical and business inputs into clear, actionable insights - Support vendor assessments and risk reviews as needed - Prepare leadership updates and summaries for senior stakeholders - Capture and organize key decisions and follow-ups from cross-functional meetings - Contribute to clear, consistent messaging across security initiative Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Business, Public Policy, or a related field - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Excellent organizational and analytical skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment - High attention to detail and structured thinking Preferred Qualifications: - Interest in cybersecurity, governance, AI risk, or enterprise technology - Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, etc.) - Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts (risk, vulnerability, incident response, IAM, etc.) - Experience creating presentations for leadership audiences Required Skills: Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science Important Skills: Project Management Tools, Cybersecurity Concepts Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical Skills Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and life insurance, 401(k), Paid holidays, Paid time off, Employee assistance programs, And more