Description

MEMX 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 (January-May) is designed for students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity within a fast-paced, high performance financial technology environment, and

interested in pursuing full-time employment at MEMX upon successful completion of the internship.

MEMX currently has a U.S. presence in these states:

California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, & Utah.

What You’ll Be Doing

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

Qualifications

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

What You’ll Gain

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 reslience and trust in financial systems

A meaningful contribution to MEMX’s mission of building a fairer, more efficient U.S. equities and options marketplace

Pay rate:

$30/hourly

Equal Opportunity Statement

MEMX is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Diversity Inclusion Statement

At MEMX, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and success. We welcome and celebrate individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Information Security Intern, Spring 2026 (Part-time)

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