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The Division of Banks is currently accepting applications for the position of IT/Cybersecurity Intern in the Cybersecurity / Information Technology / Fintech examination unit. The mission of the Division of Banks is to ensure a sound, competitive, and accessible financial services environment throughout the Commonwealth. The Division maintains public confidence in Massachusetts financial institutions through the oversight of state-chartered banks and credit unions and, non-bank financial service providers including those in the mortgage, the money service businesses, sales finance, and debt collections that do business within the Commonwealth. The majority of the Division's employees are Examiners who conduct a variety of on-site and off-site examinations of financial institutions and licensed entities under the Division's jurisdiction. The Division is seeking an intern/co-op student to assist with projects and research assignments regarding the intersection of Financial technology, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity in the Commonwealth. Projects may include trend and institution research, process improvements, assisting with employee cybersecurity trainings, generating reports, and other tasks relating to the unit’s examinations. Additional areas of interest should include cybersecurity best practices, threat intel monitoring, cryptocurrency, Artificial Intelligence, and technology and regulatory policy. The opportunity may be tailored based on the student's interests and available or ongoing projects at the time of the opportunity. The Division of Banks is proud to offer schedule flexibility. The IT/Cybersecurity Intern role is a hybrid position and various schedule options are available. In addition to telework, intermittent on-site work is based on the assignment and may include work onsite at a regulated institution or one of the Division’s four offices (Boston, Lakeville, Woburn, or Springfield). This position is being posted for Spring Semester 2024 (January-May, with flexible dates depending on school schedules). There is potential for an option to extend the opportunity into the summer. Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available. In addition to flexible work schedules, the Division also offers a progressive training program and paths for career advancement within the agency. The Division of Banks is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens. The Division is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Cybersecurity / Information Technology / Fintech examination unit values inclusiveness and diversity within its examination and management teams. Within our community, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. The filling of this position is subject to appropriation and obtainment of all necessary approvals from the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation and the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. The Division reserves the right not to fill this position without notice. This position will report directly to the Director of Cybersecurity / Information Technology / Fintech. Primary Duties Include: • Conduct research regarding emerging FinTech, cybersecurity, and cryptocurrency trends in the Commonwealth • Work directly with the IT, Cyber & FinTech Unit to ensure the development of best practice policies and standards based on various IT governance and cybersecurity frameworks • Review IT assessment, e.g., IT audits, risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing. • Work in policy administration compliance and risk management reviews and projects. • Provide support from an information security and technology risk perspective. • Assist with IT, Cybersecurity, and FinTech risk assessment process. • Assist with monitoring of IT and cybersecurity industry and examination findings and trends.