2026 Cybersecurity Summer Intern

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SUMMARY

The Cybersecurity Intern contributes to the ongoing development and advancement of the firm’s cybersecurity and risk program. The Cybersecurity and Risk team is charged with upholding the confidentiality and integrity of firm data, systems, and facilities in compliance with organizational policies and standards. Members of this team are nimble and enjoy wearing multiple hats. A Cybersecurity Intern at GCM Grosvenor should expect to spend time investigating cybersecurity events and alerts, managing and maintaining security tools, partnering with other groups in technology to address vulnerabilities, and researching best practices around new technologies.

This 10-week summer internship is based in our Chicago office and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office attendance required Tuesday through Thursday.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The summer intern will be involved in the following critical activities:

•    Investigating, documenting, and reporting on information security events and alerts.

•    Participate in key cybersecurity projects and overall implementation of CIS 18.

•    Utilizing, managing, and maintaining common security toolset (Endpoint protection, IDS/IPS, vulnerability & threat management platform, intelligence platforms, SIEM, etc.) to identify issues and analyze compliance with existing policies and procedures.

•    Monitor and report on the controls for the firm’s information and technology systems.

•    Partner with other teams in technology to mature and maintain security posture and controls.

•    Manage and tune existing security infrastructure to automate threat alerting, ticket creation, intelligent anomaly detection, and metrics reporting.

•    Document procedures, technical project requirements, diagrams and controls as needed.

•    Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (grad date: Dec 2027 – Spring 2028)
• Minimum GPA: 3.5
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio
• Demonstrated team player, self-starter, and independent thinker
• Highly attentive to detail and accuracy at all levels
• Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions
• Must be capable of working well independently as well as in a collaborative environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Interest in cybersecurity and learning CIS Framework
• Interest in financial services and/or investment management a plus
• Security certifications are a plus

At a Glance - GCM’s Cybersecurity & Risk Team

•    Oversees the firm’s Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Change Management, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery programs

•    Collaborates with technology teams and other departments to ensure security best practices are a consistent theme

•    Utilizes Agile principles to prioritize and coordinate cybersecurity and risk initiatives

•    A strong team culture inside and outside the office

•    Adaptive to change and feedback from team members and firm employees

CULTURE

We are not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. Welcome change. We are a culture of empowerment, accountability, high performance, and trust. Successful team members are self-motivated and energized by working alongside thoughtful and smart colleagues in a fast-paced environment. Individuals who thrive on this team enjoy being a part of an organization focused on excellence. We look for naturally collaborative individuals who enjoy interacting at all levels of the organization.

Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE

$70,000—$75,000 USD

ABOUT THE FIRM

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $91 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.

The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan.  Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: gcmgrosvenor.com.

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