Cybersecurity Intern

Posted on 11/14/2025

Interactive Brokers

Interactive Brokers

No salary listed

Greenwich, CT, USA

In Person

On-site requirement for the 10-week program.

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

About Interactive Brokers

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. For nearly five decades, we have been at the forefront of financial technology innovation and known for our advanced technology and client commitment.

Our affiliates provide automated trade execution and custody of securities, commodities, foreign exchange, and forecast contracts around the clock on over 160 markets in numerous countries and currencies from a single unified platform. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers, in over 200 countries and territories.

Interactive Brokers is a member of the S&P 500 and has consistently earned recognition as a top broker, garnering multiple awards and accolades from respected industry sources such as Barron's, Investopedia, Stockbrokers.com, and many others.

Join our dynamic, multinational team shaping the future of online investing with cutting-edge technology.

IBKR Internships 2026

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will contribute to protecting our critical infrastructure and sensitive data across back, middle and front office operations. This 10-week onsite program offers hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices, mentorship from industry professionals, and exposure to multiple areas of security operations at a leading global brokerage firm.

As an intern, you will:

  • Work closely with our experienced security engineers to design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity solutions
  • Own security projects while collaborating with team members for guidance and updates
  • Participate in security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and threat monitoring activities

What You Gain from the IBKR Experience

  • Assist in impromptu threat modelling preparation for penetration tests 
  • Support penetration testing and execution of test cases 
  • Help compile penetration testing reports 
  • Participate in testing tools to help improve the penetration testing process 
  • Learn the basics of Red Teaming and AI Testing 
  • Contribute to setting up infrastructure for penetration testing and red teaming 
  • Learn how to conduct penetration testing against both web applications and mobile applications.

Position Requirements 

  • Required on-site 10-week program commitment.
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Basic understanding of network and application security concepts. Familiarity with common security tools and technologies.
  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Interest in financial technology security challenges.
  • This internship provides valuable exposure to enterprise cybersecurity in a regulated financial environment. 

Intern Benefits & Perks

  • Daily company lunch allowance provided. 
  • Access to free all-day sodas, juices, snacks, and fresh organic fruits
  • Free shuttle service from the train station.
  • Access to a Wellness room.
  • Gym access on subsides rates.
  • Lunch and Learn sessions for networking.  
  • Team building outing 
  • Modern offices with multi-monitor setups

Application Timeline

Applications for our 2026 Software Development Internship Program will be accepted until Fen 2026. The internship will start in June 2026.