Who We Are Looking For:  

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in contributing to our team as a senior associate in Privilege Access Management within State Street’s Global Technology Services organization. Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, embraces creativity, and invests in personal growth. This role requires a collaborative mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to inspire others.  

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Privileged Access Management (PAM) team. This internship offers hands-on experience in managing and securing privileged accounts, supporting access control initiatives, and contributing to the overall cybersecurity posture of the organization. 

What You Will Do:    

In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities:  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, identify risks, and deliver solutions. 

• Assist in the onboarding and offboarding of privileged accounts across various systems and platforms.  

• Support the implementation and maintenance of PAM tools (e.g., CA-PAM , CyberArk, Hashicorp etc ).  

• Monitor and analyze privileged access logs for unusual or unauthorized activity.  

• Help document PAM processes, policies, and procedures.  

• Participate in access reviews and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.  

• Collaborate with IT and security teams to improve access control mechanisms.  

• Research and recommend improvements to PAM practices and technologies. 

• Identify potential opportunities for process and automation improvements. 

In this role, you will have: 

• Engagement in meaningful daily work: You'll take ownership of specific tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience and building confidence through real contributions.  

• A supportive learning environment: You'll exercise your judgment in a guided setting, with mentorship and supervision to help you grow.  

• Focused skill development: This role is designed to help you deepen your expertise in a specific area.  

• Clear structure and expectations: You'll work within well-defined parameters, giving you the clarity and focus to succeed.  

• Independent contributions: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your individual contributions while collaborating with a supportive team.  

• Focus on growth: While there are no people management responsibilities with this role, it is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.  

• A collaborative team culture: You'll build strong working relationships with your peers and supervisor, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.  

Education and Preferred Qualifications:  

Candidates should be/have:  

• Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a dynamic, technology-driven organization 

• Effective communicators with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment 

• Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement 

• Motivated by real-world problem solving and eager to contribute innovative ideas 

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical disciplines 

• State Street internship experience strongly preferred 

Certification nice to haves: 

• CompTIA Security+ 

• Microsoft Security Fundamentals 

• Any certifications on CyberArk Defender , Sentry, HashiCorp 

Core Competencies:  

Candidates should exhibit working knowledge of the following key skills and proficiencies:   

• Network Security 

• Information Security 

• Operating Systems (OS) 

• Detail-Oriented 

• Communication 

• Business Writing 

• Teamwork 

Nice to have skills: 

• Shell Scripting 

• Analytical Thinking 

• Critical Thinking 

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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