NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for IT Security Auditor Internships beginning May 2023!

We’ve hired 100% of our interns to date.

We only advertise the number of openings for which we anticipate a full-time employment opportunity within 8 weeks. 

So, we’re going to present detailed information here, because we’re MOST interested in who you could be with us as an EMPLOYEE post-internship, and we want to ensure a terrific fit.

Curious to pursue a REAL opportunity? Read on!

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: Headquartered in the Chicago area is a pure play IT security assessment and compliance auditing firm, ready to give outstanding candidates a tremendous opportunity to learn, grow, and potentially secure full-time employment with our award-winning company.

Established in 2007 and led by our Founding President/CEO Michael Bruck (2023/22/21 appointee to the prestigious Forbes Technology Council), BAI Security’s rocket growth is heavily spurred by a global need for highly qualified security assessment professionals… enter our unparalleled team of in-house experts, who’ll be your mentors.

TIMEFRAME: We are currently looking to identify two IT Security Auditor Interns to begin their internship May 2023 for an 8-week immersion. Possible full-time employment offer immediately following. (Must be available for employment at conclusion of internship.)

LOCATION: In our commitment to work-life balance, our entire workforce is fully remote, as are our internships. Interns may work from wherever they have a solid internet connection and the ability to successfully complete internship learning and professional experiences.

HOURS: This is a 40-hour per week internship, with work hours falling within standard business hours, approximately M-F, 8/9am-5/6pm.

ABOUT THE INTERNS WE’RE SEEKING: We’re excited to interview internship candidates who are ready to jump in and be trained in our array of security assessment services, while also enjoying the chance to apply recent studies and test the professional waters at a nationally-recognized company known for its friendly and highly expert team, positive culture, high client satisfaction, and cutting-edge industry leadership.

POTENTIAL FOR HIRE: Unlike many organizations, that bring in a slew of interns only to turn them out a few months later, at BAI, we only bring in the number of interns for whom we foresee the strong potential for a permanent opening. That way, our interns are learning from our team, but also working for a likely opportunity.

While we cannot guarantee a job offer at the end of an internship, we can say that 100% of our 2021 and 2022 interns to date were offered and accepted permanent roles with us in IT Security, IT Compliance, and Marketing! As we DO anticipate openings in summer 2023 for the IT Security Team, these interns will have the rare chance to be exclusively considered for the openings before a competitive national search is conducted. As such, this is an exceptional opportunity to come in, learn, show us what you can do, and get to the “front of the line” for role consideration!

Please note: Permanent auditors on our team do travel 1-3 times per month throughout the U.S. to conduct on-site auditing duties, so while interns do not travel, internship candidates must be prepared for this job requirement should they secure the permanent role.)

COMPENSATION: This is a paid internship at $13/hour. Interns who are hired will have a starting salary of $60K.

INTERN STATUS: This is an 8-week, temporary, paid internship with the potential, at the 8-week mark of turning into a full-time, permanent position with a competitive annual salary, annual accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), generous holidays paid off, professional development support, flexible remote work, and top tier Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits eligibility at the 90-day employment mark (medical, dental, vision, life, and optional 401K). See our Careers page for more info.

I.T. SECURITY INTERNS WILL GAIN EXPERIENCE WITH:

• Learning BAI Security’s services from a team of highly trained, certified, and experienced in-house experts
• Learning how to evaluate an organization’s firewall and wireless configurations, as well as network and antivirus policies / procedures compared to current industry best practices
• Performing vulnerability and/or penetration tests on client environments
• Completing assessment work papers by documenting assessment tests and findings
• Learning red team and social engineering methods (email [phishing], phone, and in-person) to apply in client evaluations
• Understanding how to build strong partnerships with clients via service, frequent communication, and follow up
• Learning how to identify and recommend opportunities where clients may reduce risk and improve their security posture
• Producing well-written professional reports for executives and managers based upon assessment findings

ALL INTERNS ARE EXPECTED TO BE:

• Foundationally knowledgeable in IT security but also eager to learn and apply in real-world engagements
• Professionally communicative, both verbally and in writing
• Positive in attitude and receptive to feedback
• Self-driven and hard-working
• Collaborative and a helpful team player
• Proactive and innovative
• Agile and solution-oriented
• Detail-focused with an eye on the bigger picture of our company’s mission and business
• Consistently professional and of high integrity
• Attentive to the external reputation of our organization, representing it professionally and positively at all times

So come on board, take in the in-depth training we’ll provide to set you up for success, and use it to knock our socks off and land a position on this very special team!

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED:

1. EITHER you’ve recently earned your Bachelor’s degree, you’re about to complete your Bachelor’s degree, from an accredited university majoring in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or another related degree (You LOVE your major and can’t wait to do it “for real!”) OR you have some formal education but also solid real-world experience and/or certifications (You’ve had a taste of the “real deal,” and you want more!)
2. You have a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher for your most recent degree or coursework. (Transcripts may be requested.)
3. You can provide the names and contact information for 2 professional (non-family/non-personal) references, such as 2 professors in your major or recent internship supervisors or employers. (Show us you’re a standout from your peers!)
4. You are a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
5. You possess strong communication skills, both in writing and speaking. (This is a big part of what we do!)
6. You learn quickly and can do so in a fast-paced environment. (You welcome a challenge and thrive when multi-tasking.)
7. You’re sincerely interested in the potential of full-time employment following the internship if mutually agreeable. (You could create your own job opportunity with this!)
8. You’re AVAILABLE for full-time employment immediately following this internship. 
9. You have a remote workspace that is distraction-free and a reliable internet connection.
10. You possess what we seek in all teammates at BAI Security (see ALL INTERNS ARE EXPECTED TO BE above).

QUALIFICATIONS – PREFERRED:

1. Hands-on experience via prior practicum, internship, or employment
2. Evidence of exceptionality among peers (university awards, professional recognition, etc.)
3. Experience generating positive customer-/client-facing interactions in any setting
4. Relevant professional certifications earned or underway

WHEN and HOW TO APPLY:

Please apply on Indeed.com or Glassdoor.com with the following:

1. A cover letter, being sure to note:

• How you meet the REQUIRED criteria, as well as any PREFERRED criteria, and why you’re interested in a longer-term role with us.

2. A resumé with your degree(s) information, specifics about relevant coursework/experience to date, latest GPA, any certifications earned or underway, and names/contact information for 2 professional (non-family, non-personal) references.
3. Complete all other Indeed requirements (respond to questions and assessments).

ABOUT THE AWARD-WINNING COMPANY YOU’D BE WORKING WITH:

BAI Security is the leader in cybersecurity and compliance for numerous IT-centric industries. With our team of highly dedicated experts, we continually deliver groundbreaking new IT services to our clients, keeping us on the cutting edge of cyber-solutions and our clients ahead of evolving cyberthreats. We’re at the top of the security game, utilizing best-in-breed tools and industry-leading methods that have earned us repeated national distinction, including 2023’s Innovation Excellence Award Winner, 2022’s Most Trusted Cybersecurity Solution Providers, 2021’s Most Influential Leaders in Security, 10 Best Security Solution Providers of 2020, 10 Best Companies of 2020, and more.

While other providers dabble in cybersecurity among many other areas, our dedicated focus and proprietary innovations mean we ARE IT security — and our rapid growth for over a decade in Healthcare, Bank & Finance, and many other regulated sectors proves it. With IT security and compliance the fastest growing area of IT, we anticipate continued rapid growth and opportunities within our company headquartered in the Chicago area but drawing a talented fully remote workforce from across the U.S.

As a growing firm in the fastest-evolving, arguably most critical industry on earth, IT security, BAI Security is always on the lookout for knowledgeable, self-motivated professionals to join our team. From our National Account Executives to our Compliance and IT Security Specialists, BAI Security is full of individuals who love tackling new challenges and thrive on providing our clients with award-winning service. We go out of our way to show our employees our appreciation, and we’re known for promoting from within.

Members of our team enjoy:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based increases
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• 401K with T. Rowe Price
• Generous paid holidays and accrued Paid Time Off
• Professional development support
• Great work/life balance offering a flexible schedule and fully remote work
• Open door management policy and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and internal advancement

ABOUT OUR TEAM & CARING CULTURE:

BAI Security is led by our Founding President/CEO Michael Bruck, a distinguished IT expert himself and a three-time appointee to the prestigious Forbes Technology Council. Our team is made up of hand-selected expert IT security engineers, compliance auditors, account executives, marketing and strategy pros, and more. Some are industry veterans, elevating our in-house expertise; others are newer to the profession, learning and growing with us. We value this diverse make-up and train and continually develop our folks to keep ahead of our clients’ needs and at the top of our field.

BAI Security’s most recent Employee Engagement Survey was taken by 90% of employees and featured high ratings throughout from our team! From clear job expectations and feeling connected to our mission, to leadership/employee trust and communication, we significantly and across-the-board beat global benchmarks for employee engagement. We can’t wait to keep the high engagement and employee satisfaction going throughout 2023 and beyond!

If all this sounds like a great fit, we may have a place for you!

MORE INFO:

We strongly encourage interested candidates to peruse our website at www.baisecurity.net, as well as our Careers page at www.baisecurity.net/careers/.

Thank you for your interest – we look forward to reviewing your qualifications!