Security Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Role Overview
DV Trading’s security team is looking for a Security Engineer Intern to get hands-on exposure to a real trading firm’s security program.
You’ll work directly with our security engineers on scoped projects that support day-to-day operations, threat detection, and risk management in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
Key Skills for This Role
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Responsibilities:
- Support day-to-day security operations under the guidance of your mentor
- Help triage, document, and track security detections and incidents
- Assist with tuning and maintaining security tooling
- Contribute to automation/scripting projects that streamline security workflows
- Support risk assessments, gap analysis, and control testing
- Help produce reporting and metrics on security program health
- Assist with security awareness initiatives across the firm
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
- Interest in cybersecurity and eagerness to learn
- Basic familiarity with Windows/macOS/Linux and networking fundamentals
- Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving skills
- Exposure to scripting or programming (Python, Powershell, etc) is a plus
- Coursework or personal projects involving AI/ML is a plus
- DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About DV Trading
DV Trading is a Chicago-based proprietary trading firm active in equities, futures, options, and digital assets across global markets.
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