Information Security Intern Jobs in Massachusetts
Information Security Intern jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Cambridge, and Burlington, where companies like Raytheon Technologies, Liberty Mutual, and Fidelity Investments maintain large security teams and consistently bring on interns each cycle. The role draws candidates with strengths in vulnerability assessment, network security monitoring, and compliance frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001. Massachusetts ranks among the most active markets for cybersecurity talent, with openings at every stage from first-year students to candidates finishing graduate degrees. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham is seeking an Information Security Engineer III to serve as a senior leader within the Digital Information Security Architecture team. In this role, you will evaluate a wide variety of technologies, business initiatives, operational processes, and strategic projects to identify security risks and provide practical, risk-based guidance. Working closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and security professionals, you will help ensure that security considerations are incorporated into decision making throughout the organization.
Bring your cybersecurity expertise to a role where you can help shape strategy, influence technology decisions, and strengthen security across the enterprise.
We’re looking for a strategic thinker who can quickly assess unfamiliar technologies and business challenges, identify meaningful cybersecurity risks, and translate complex issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
As a senior member of the team, you’ll:
Shape cybersecurity strategy and standards.
Advise leaders on technology and security risk.
Evaluate emerging technologies and enterprise initiatives.
Recommend practical, business-focused security solutions.
Partner with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Mentor team members and foster collaboration and continuous learning.
What You'll Do
- Analyze technologies, business initiatives, operational processes, and proposed solutions to identify security risks and provide practical, risk-based guidance that supports informed decision making.
- Quickly assess unfamiliar technologies, platforms, and business challenges, develop an understanding of their security implications, and translate that understanding into actionable recommendations.
- Apply cybersecurity principles, industry frameworks, organizational standards, and professional analyses to evaluate complex situations and recommend appropriate security controls, safeguards, or courses of action.
- Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, project leaders, and security professionals to address security concerns and help ensure that security considerations are incorporated into decision-making processes.
- Research emerging technologies, evolving threats, regulatory requirements, and industry practices to determine their relevance and potential impact on the organization.
- Perform security reviews, architectural evaluations, and other analytical activities to identify weaknesses, opportunities for improvement, and areas requiring additional safeguards or oversight.
- Develop clear, concise, and well-reasoned security guidance, recommendations, assessments, standards, reports, and other written deliverables that enable stakeholders to make informed business and technology decisions.
- Communicate complex technical concepts, risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations effectively to audiences ranging from engineers and project teams to business leaders and executive stakeholders.
- Present findings, facilitate discussions, answer questions, and build consensus among stakeholders by explaining security concerns and recommended approaches in a clear, practical, and persuasive manner.
- Serve as a trusted advisor by helping stakeholders understand cybersecurity risks, evaluate available options, and make balanced decisions that align with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.
- Exercise independent judgment in situations that may involve incomplete information, competing priorities, evolving technologies, or ambiguous requirements.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of security standards, methodologies, assessment approaches, and best practices that strengthen the organization's overall security posture
- Mentor junior and mid-level team members by sharing technical knowledge, analytical approaches, communication skills, and professional expertise.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field required; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
- 5-7 years of experience as a systems engineer, security engineer, security architect, cybersecurity consultant, or in a related role required.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management concepts, and industry-standard security frameworks.
This role requires demonstrated ability to rapidly understand new technologies, business processes, and operational environments and evaluate their security implications, and;
- Experience performing security assessments, architecture reviews, risk analyses, technology evaluations, or similar analytical activities.
- Ability to identify complex security issues, evaluate potential solutions, and develop practical, risk-based recommendations.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise technologies, including familiarity with cloud platforms, identity and access management, networking, applications, infrastructure, security operations, and emerging technologies.
- Understanding of security concepts such as Zero Trust, least privilege, defense-in-depth, data protection, secure software development, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.
Skills For Success
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts, influence stakeholders, and facilitate productive discussions.
- Analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in complex and ambiguous environments.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional technical initiatives.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Working Model Required
- Hybrid role with onsite work required; candidates must be flexible based on weekly or monthly business needs.
- Monday-Friday schedule during Eastern business hours.
- On remote workdays, employees must work from a stable, secure, and compliant workstation in a quiet environment. Teams video is required and must be accessed using Mass General Brigham-provided equipment.
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
Grade
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham is seeking an Information Security Engineer III to serve as a senior leader within the Digital Information Security Architecture team. In this role, you will evaluate a wide variety of technologies, business initiatives, operational processes, and strategic projects to identify security risks and provide practical, risk-based guidance. Working closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and security professionals, you will help ensure that security considerations are incorporated into decision making throughout the organization.
Bring your cybersecurity expertise to a role where you can help shape strategy, influence technology decisions, and strengthen security across the enterprise.
We’re looking for a strategic thinker who can quickly assess unfamiliar technologies and business challenges, identify meaningful cybersecurity risks, and translate complex issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
As a senior member of the team, you’ll:
Shape cybersecurity strategy and standards.
Advise leaders on technology and security risk.
Evaluate emerging technologies and enterprise initiatives.
Recommend practical, business-focused security solutions.
Partner with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Mentor team members and foster collaboration and continuous learning.
What You'll Do
- Analyze technologies, business initiatives, operational processes, and proposed solutions to identify security risks and provide practical, risk-based guidance that supports informed decision making.
- Quickly assess unfamiliar technologies, platforms, and business challenges, develop an understanding of their security implications, and translate that understanding into actionable recommendations.
- Apply cybersecurity principles, industry frameworks, organizational standards, and professional analyses to evaluate complex situations and recommend appropriate security controls, safeguards, or courses of action.
- Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, project leaders, and security professionals to address security concerns and help ensure that security considerations are incorporated into decision-making processes.
- Research emerging technologies, evolving threats, regulatory requirements, and industry practices to determine their relevance and potential impact on the organization.
- Perform security reviews, architectural evaluations, and other analytical activities to identify weaknesses, opportunities for improvement, and areas requiring additional safeguards or oversight.
- Develop clear, concise, and well-reasoned security guidance, recommendations, assessments, standards, reports, and other written deliverables that enable stakeholders to make informed business and technology decisions.
- Communicate complex technical concepts, risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations effectively to audiences ranging from engineers and project teams to business leaders and executive stakeholders.
- Present findings, facilitate discussions, answer questions, and build consensus among stakeholders by explaining security concerns and recommended approaches in a clear, practical, and persuasive manner.
- Serve as a trusted advisor by helping stakeholders understand cybersecurity risks, evaluate available options, and make balanced decisions that align with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.
- Exercise independent judgment in situations that may involve incomplete information, competing priorities, evolving technologies, or ambiguous requirements.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of security standards, methodologies, assessment approaches, and best practices that strengthen the organization's overall security posture
- Mentor junior and mid-level team members by sharing technical knowledge, analytical approaches, communication skills, and professional expertise.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field required; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
- 5-7 years of experience as a systems engineer, security engineer, security architect, cybersecurity consultant, or in a related role required.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management concepts, and industry-standard security frameworks.
This role requires demonstrated ability to rapidly understand new technologies, business processes, and operational environments and evaluate their security implications, and;
- Experience performing security assessments, architecture reviews, risk analyses, technology evaluations, or similar analytical activities.
- Ability to identify complex security issues, evaluate potential solutions, and develop practical, risk-based recommendations.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise technologies, including familiarity with cloud platforms, identity and access management, networking, applications, infrastructure, security operations, and emerging technologies.
- Understanding of security concepts such as Zero Trust, least privilege, defense-in-depth, data protection, secure software development, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.
Skills For Success
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts, influence stakeholders, and facilitate productive discussions.
- Analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in complex and ambiguous environments.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional technical initiatives.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Working Model Required
- Hybrid role with onsite work required; candidates must be flexible based on weekly or monthly business needs.
- Monday-Friday schedule during Eastern business hours.
- On remote workdays, employees must work from a stable, secure, and compliant workstation in a quiet environment. Teams video is required and must be accessed using Mass General Brigham-provided equipment.
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
Grade
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in information security intern jobs across Massachusetts.
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems
- Familiarity with security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls
- Hands-on experience or coursework in network security, vulnerability scanning, or penetration testing tools
- CompTIA Security+ certification or active progress toward earning it
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms, log analysis tools, or scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting incident reports and presenting findings to technical teams
Information Security Intern Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a information security intern in Massachusetts?
Most information security intern roles in Massachusetts require current enrollment in a cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology degree program at a Massachusetts college or university. No state-issued license is required for the intern role itself. Employers look for foundational knowledge in networking, operating systems, and security concepts, often demonstrated through coursework, a home lab, or a recognized entry-level certification such as CompTIA Security+. Internship postings at Massachusetts employers frequently prefer candidates from local programs at schools like Northeastern, UMass Amherst, or WPI.
Which companies hire information security interns in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts information security intern roles are posted by Global Resource Solutions, Abacus Technology, and American Operations Corporation and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of financial services firms, defense contractors, and healthcare systems makes it one of the more active states for cybersecurity internship programs year-round.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most information security intern jobs?
Bedford, Hanscom AFB, and Boston have the most information security intern openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge drive the majority of listings because of the dense cluster of financial institutions, technology companies, hospitals, and universities headquartered there, while Burlington and Waltham attract openings from the Route 128 technology corridor, where defense primes and insurance carriers maintain large IT security operations.
Are there remote information security intern jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, though they are less common than fully on-site positions, since many information security intern roles involve access to internal systems, secure labs, or on-site security operations centers that require physical presence. About 67% of information security intern openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most partial flexibility found in roles focused on policy review, compliance documentation, or threat intelligence research rather than hands-on network or infrastructure work.
How can I get hired as a information security intern in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to formal summer internship programs at large Massachusetts employers before completing your degree. Raytheon Technologies, Liberty Mutual, and Mass General Brigham all run structured programs designed for students without prior professional experience. Building a home lab, earning CompTIA Security+, and contributing to capture-the-flag competitions or open-source security projects gives candidates a concrete portfolio to reference. Adjacent roles such as IT helpdesk, network operations center analyst, or systems administration assistant at Massachusetts employers are common stepping stones that lead directly to security team placements.
Where can I find and apply to information security intern jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to information security intern jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search for roles that match your skills, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to see the listings.
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