Information Security Intern

Be at the forefront of strengthening our defenses at Virtuagym!

Virtuagym is dedicated to maintaining a strong security posture, and a critical part of that is effective vulnerability remediation. We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Information Security Intern to join our team and focus on the essential work of addressing security weaknesses. If you're passionate about problem-solving and making systems more secure, this internship is for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Vulnerability Analysis and Prioritization: Develop in-depth skills in analyzing vulnerability scan results (from various sources), assessing the associated risks, and prioritizing vulnerabilities for remediation based on factors like severity, exploitability, and business impact.

• Remediation Planning and Coordination: Assist in the planning and coordination of vulnerability remediation efforts across different teams. This includes identifying appropriate remediation strategies, defining remediation timelines, and assigning responsibilities.

• Implementation of Remediation Measures: Work closely with technical teams to implement remediation measures, which may include applying patches, configuring systems, implementing security controls, or developing workarounds.

• Verification and Validation: Verify and validate that implemented remediation measures have effectively addressed the identified vulnerabilities. This may involve retesting, using vulnerability scanning tools, or other validation techniques.

• Documentation of Remediation Activities: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of vulnerability remediation activities, including the vulnerabilities identified, the remediation measures taken, and the results of verification and validation.

• Cloud Security Technologies: Gain exposure to various security technologies used in vulnerability remediation, such as patch management systems, configuration management tools, and security automation platforms in the cloud.

• Collaboration with Security Engineers: Collaborate closely with security engineers and other technical staff throughout the vulnerability remediation lifecycle.

• Enhance Security Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of vulnerability management principles, remediation best practices, and security hardening techniques.

What We're Looking For:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

• A strong interest in the technical aspects of information security, particularly vulnerability remediation.

• Basic understanding of cloud systems and software development pipelines.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on attention to detail.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive and self-motivated attitude.

• An eagerness to learn and contribute to a security-focused team.

Bonus Points:

• Familiarity with vulnerability databases and scoring systems (e.g., CVE, CVSS).

• Experience with patch management processes.

• Knowledge of security hardening techniques.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience with vulnerability remediation in a real-world environment.

• Opportunity to work with experienced security professionals and software development teams.

• Exposure to a critical aspect of information security.

• A dynamic and challenging work environment.

About Virtuagym B.V.

Virtuagym is a fast-growing tech company, creating innovative fitness software and mobile apps for coaching, engagement and management. We thrive on a fast-paced, high-performance culture where driven self-starters grow, develop and succeed.

Eager to make a real impact in digital health and fitness?