Information Security Intern, Summer 2026 (Hybrid) at MEMX · New York

Summary: MEMX is seeking a motivated and curious Information Security Intern to join our Information Security team during Summer 2026. This internship offers hands-on experience in cybersecurity, allowing students to learn how a modern exchange protects its systems, data, and clients against evolving threats. Responsibilities: - Work with a talented and experienced group of technologists focused on the security of a U.S. options and equities exchange - Monitor and analyze system alerts, logs, and dashboards to help identify and mitigate potential security threats - Assist in vulnerability management activities including scanning, patch verification, and documentation - Support the creation and maintenance of security policies, standards, and procedural documentation - Participate in evaluation and testing new security tools and technologies to strengthen MEMX’s cybersecurity defenses - Collaborate with Engineering, Infrastructure, and Compliance teams to ensure security best practices are implemented across all systems - Contribute to ongoing projects focused on identity and access management, endpoint - Take part in a summer-long project designed to solve a real-world information security challenge, culminating in a final presentation - Share ideas, learn from senior technologists, and gain exposure to how cybersecurity supports the broader mission of MEMX Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field - Strong interest in cybersecurity, technology, and financial markets - Comfortable working in an Apple environment - General understanding of core cybersecurity concepts and terminology, including firewalls, encryption, authentication, and ransomware - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with attention to detail - Collaborative and curious mindset, eager to learn from others and contribute to a growing team Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with operating systems, networking principles, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or similar) is a plus Required Skills: Information Security, Cybersecurity Concepts Important Skills: Analytical Skills, Operating Systems, Networking Principles, Cloud Environments Nice-to-Have Skills: Apple Environment, Curiosity, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Collaboration Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Mentorship from experience professionals in cybersecurity, engineering, and infrastructure, Opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to practical, impactful projects, Enhanced understanding of how security enables innovation resilience and trust in financial systems, A meaningful contribution to MEMX’s mission of building a fairer, more efficient U.S. equities and options marketplace