Information Systems Security Internship

"At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive."

Are you ready to embark on an exciting summer internship journey with one of Maine’s most iconic outdoor brands? At L.L.Bean, we’re not just about selling gear; we’re about inspiring and enabling people to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re hiking up a mountain of data, paddling through event planning, or navigating the trails of hiring top talent, you’ll find your place here as a summer intern.  Lace up your boots, grab your backpack, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure like no other with L.L.Bean’s Summer Internship Program.

Position Overview: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Information Security Intern to join our IT Security team. This internship offers hands-on experience in information security, providing an opportunity to work on critical projects that protect our business and customer data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of control frameworks, and both legislative and regulatory requirements.

• Review PCI, NIST-CSF, NIST-Privacy, and CIS frameworks to assist in building controls assurance program.

• Partner with Cybersecurity Incident Response, and Attack Surface Management teams to support cybersecurity and technology risk.

• Support the development and enforcement of security policies, procedures, and standards.

• Participate in security awareness training and education programs for employees.

• Document compliance and security processes and create reports with metrics, summaries, and advice.

• Work with the Privacy team to implement new Privacy legal and regulatory requirements for the organization.

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Legal and Compliance, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of information security principles and practices.

• Basic understanding or familiarity with security tools and technologies such as firewalls and antivirus software.

• Basic knowledge of network protocols and operating systems (Windows, Linux).

• Ability to read and summarize compliance and/or legal documentation into key points and messages.

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

• Passion for learning and adapting to new challenges and excited to be part of building new programs and processes.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience with real-world security projects.

• Mentorship from experienced security professionals.

• Networking opportunities with industry leaders.

• Access to L.L.Bean’s employee discounts and outdoor activities.

Health and Safety Requirement:  Ensures compliance with the L.L.Bean Comprehensive Health and Safety program by knowing and following all safety guidelines, policies, procedures and expectations.  Take immediate and appropriate action to rectify any unsafe conditions. 

"If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you!   At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us.  We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability."