MEMX · 1 day ago
Information Security Intern, Spring 2026 (Part-time)
New York, NY
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$30/hr - $30/hr
Start in 2026 WinterMEMX is seeking a motivated and curious Information Security Intern to join our Information Security team for the Spring 2026 internship cycle. This part-time internship is designed for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity within a fast-paced financial technology environment.
Developer ToolsEducationInformation TechnologyInternetMedical Device
Responsibilities
Work with a talented and experienced group of technologists focused on the security of a U.S. options and equities exchange
Monitor and analyze system alerts, logs, and dashboards to help identify and mitigate potential security threats
Assist in vulnerability management activities including scanning, patch verification, and documentation
Support the creation and maintenance of security policies, standards, and procedural documentation
Participate in evaluation and testing new security tools and technologies to strengthen MEMX’s cybersecurity defenses
Collaborate with Engineering, Infrastructure, and Compliance teams to ensure security best practices are implemented across all systems
Contribute to ongoing projects focused on identity and access management, endpoint
Take part in a summer-long project designed to solve a real-world information security challenge, culminating in a final presentation
Share ideas, learn from senior technologists, and gain exposure to how cybersecurity supports the broader mission of MEMX
Qualification
Required
Graduating senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
Strong interest in cybersecurity, technology, and financial markets
Comfortable working in an Apple environment
General understanding of core cybersecurity concepts and terminology, including firewalls, encryption, authentication, and ransomware
Familiarity with operating systems, networking principles, and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or similar) is a plus
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with attention to detail
Collaborative and curious mindset, eager to learn from others and contribute to a growing team
Benefits
Hands-on experience with real-world security operations and tools used to protect an active financial exchange
Exposure to the intersection of technology, cybersecurity, and financial markets in a dynamic environment
Mentorship from experience professionals in cybersecurity, engineering, and infrastructure
Opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to practical, impactful projects
Enhanced understanding of how security enables innovation resilience and trust in financial systems
A meaningful contribution to MEMX’s mission of building a fairer, more efficient U.S. equities and options marketplace
Company
MEMX
MEMX is an online platform dedicated to providing educational material on MEMS technology.
Founded in 2000
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$73M2023-03-01Series D
2020-05-13Series Unknown· $65M
2003-02-12Series B· $8M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Kellner
CEO
Recent News
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