Security Engineer Intern, Secure Digital Assets… at Ripple · San…

Summary: Ripple is a company focused on improving the global financial system through innovative crypto solutions. As a Security Engineer Intern, you will work on maturing security controls and operational processes for managing digital and fiat assets, contributing to high-impact projects that shape the company's mission. Responsibilities: - Define baseline security configurations and operational procedures to secure high-value digital asset solutions/transactions - Develop a dashboard that pulls in key details via APIs and other methods to track and visualize adherence to these configurations and processes - Define a process to alert relevant personnel about high-risk events that require remediation Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a Graduate or PhD degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field - Available to work for 12 weeks during Summer 2026, beginning in May or June - Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship - Strong proven interest and passion in crypto, blockchain and web3 - Experience in at least one programming language and the technical ability to build lightweight dashboards that pull information via APIs and/or scripts - Hands-on experience setting up, configuring, and securing a variety of software digital asset exchange and wallet solutions - Intermediate understanding of digital asset key management solutions and key management best practices that include the secure creation, distribution, storage, and usage of cryptographic keys - Ability to handle sensitive work with discretion and integrity - Effective communication to varying levels of stakeholders across different business lines - Comfortable operating on an unpaved road and dealing with ambiguity and complexity - Passion for continuous learning and willingness to apply processes unique to the challenges at Ripple Required Skills: Computer Science, Programming language, APIs, Digital asset security Important Skills: Key management Nice-to-Have Skills: Discretion, Handling ambiguity, Continuous learning Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity, Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support, Employee giving match, Mobile phone stipend, R&R days so you can rest and recharge, Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming, Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it, Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits., Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events