Information Risk and Security Intern

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Job description

Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!

Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group's 2025 Vision to become a "Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology," Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.

We are currently seeking an IT Intern for the year (June 2025 - May 2026). This part time position works for approximately 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities: This internship will support multiple projects in IT Risk & Security Governance. Partnering with team members, the intern will gain experience and be assigned projects that include the following:

• Review alerts to determine impact to systems and employees and perform response tasks

• Perform analysis of a variety of data sets to investigate potentially malicious activity

• Review threat material to determine impact and actions

• Work closely with IT staff to work active incidents through to closure

• Review daily reports of phishing emails/locked accounts/potentially malicious activity

Education/Experience:

The ideal candidate will be able to plan, organize and communicate well; be results-driven and have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects. Ability to work independently is necessary for success, along with working collaboratively with all levels of the IT team and cross-functional business leaders.

Key skills required for the assignment are the ability to generate ideas, analyze an issue, problem-solve; and demonstrate learning agility and innovate thinking.

Qualified candidates must currently be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program (Junior or Senior) with coursework or have a strong background in the fields of Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems (or related fields).

Prior experience in a corporate business environment is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and time management skills are essential.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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