Internship - GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

About the Role: A Cybersecurity company is looking for a detail-oriented GRC Intern to support our Governance, Risk, and Compliance team. This role offers exposure to information security frameworks, audits, risk assessments, and compliance documentation for clients across various industries. Key Responsibilities Assist in performing risk assessments and gap analyses against standards like ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, PCI-DSS, and GDPR Support the team in preparing compliance documentation, policies, and procedures Help conduct internal audits and track remediation of identified gaps Assist with vendor risk assessments and third-party security reviews Support the creation of security awareness materials and training content Coordinate with clients to gather evidence for audits and certifications Maintain and update risk registers and compliance trackers Required Skills Basic understanding of information security concepts and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, etc.) Strong written and verbal communication skills Good documentation and organizational abilities Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace (especially Excel/Sheets for trackers) Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks Interest in policy, compliance, and risk management Eligibility Pursuing/completed a degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, Law, or related field Certifications like ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CompTIA Security+ (in progress) are a plus but not mandatory What You'll Gain Practical exposure to compliance frameworks and audit processes Mentorship from GRC professionals Understanding of real-world client risk management practices Certificate of completion and potential for full-time conversion