CyberSecurity Intern

Global Payments Inc. • Columbus, GA

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About The Position

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. Ready to take your career global? Step into the world of global commerce and help protect the systems that power millions of transactions every day. At Global Payments, cyber security is essential to building trust with our clients and shaping a safe digital future. As a Cyber Security Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving environment where your curiosity and ideas can create real impact. You will join a connected, high-energy team that is passionate about staying ahead of threats and continuously improving how we protect our business. This is your opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, explore different areas of cyber security, and grow your skills in a global organization. In this role, you’ll build practical experience across threat detection, risk mitigation and security operations. You will contribute to real projects, strengthen our security posture and help shape how Global Payments protects the future of commerce.

Requirements

• Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security or a related field, or equivalent hands-on learning experience
• Foundational knowledge of cyber security concepts, with certifications such as Information Technology Fundamentals, Network+, A+, or Security+
• Understanding of security frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework
• Awareness of compliance standards including Payment Card Industry, Sarbanes-Oxley and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
• Strong curiosity and a drive to learn, with the ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment
• Clear communication skills, with the confidence to share ideas and learn from others
• A proactive, disciplined mindset with the motivation to take ownership of your growth and contributions
• Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; We will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Responsibilities

• Explore cyber threats and uncover insights that strengthen how Global Payments detects and responds to risks
• Drive improvements in security playbooks and processes, creating clearer and more effective ways to respond to incidents
• Monitor systems and identify vulnerabilities, helping reduce risk and improve the resilience of our environment
• Create meaningful security metrics that measure performance, highlight impact and guide smarter decisions
• Influence stronger security practices by contributing to policies, standards and documentation that shape how teams operate
• Participate in security reviews and help ensure solutions meet compliance and risk standards
• Stay ahead of emerging threats and trends, bringing fresh ideas that improve how we protect the business
• Shape the future of the internship program by sharing ideas that enhance learning and team impact

Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business
• Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise
• A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter
• Time to give back through community and charity initiatives
• A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
• Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern