• Job Description

  Req#: 4698031
  The Service Delivery Technology team for the Information Technology and Records Management (ITRM) division of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for developing and maintaining custom applications that meet the business needs of the department. We are seeking a motivated and talented college student or recent college graduate to join our team as an application security intern. As an application security intern, you will work closely with software developers and analysts to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in applications. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity and contribute to real-world projects.
  
  
  Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.
  Location and hours:
  This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Government Center 300 South 6th street Minneapolis, MN 55487 and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. The internship will start in January 2025 and last for up to one year, with the possibility to extend up to an additional one year. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements, hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
  
  About the position type:
  This position is a part-time, non-benefit earning internship.
  This position is internally classified as an Intern II.
  Click here to view the job classification specification.
  
  Note: You must attach a resume with your application materials in order to be considered for this position.
  
  In this position, you will:
  • Participate in developing Web and mobile applications that are based on Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD), Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), C#, Angular, Typescript, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Secure Coding, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, SASS, REST APIs, SQL Server, etc.
  • Participate in conducting Static Application Security Testing (SAST) of Web and mobile applications.
  • Participate in conducting Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) of Web and mobile applications.
  • Participate in conducting Penetration Testing.
  • Collaborate with developers to analyze and fix security vulnerabilities.
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure security best practices are followed.
  • Assist in deploying applications to Azure Cloud Infrastructure.
  • Stay updated on the latest security threats and trends.
  • Follow software engineering standards and best practices.
  
  Need to have:
  • One of the following:
    • Current enrollment for the academic school year of 2024-2025 in an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree program in IT or a related field.
    • Recent graduate (within 6 months) in an associate, bachelor's or master's degree program in IT or a related field.
  • Access to reliable internet connection and self-support hybrid office space.
  
  Nice to have:
  • Experience with:
    • Secure coding concepts.
    • Programming languages (such as C#, C++, Java, Python, etc.).
    • Application Security concepts.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of:
    • Basic understanding of application security principles and practices.
    • Common security tools and frameworks.
  • Ability to:
    • Troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
    • Learn and apply software troubleshooting techniques.
    • Work collaboratively with supervisors, developers, and other county staff in a professional, courteous and respectful manner.
    • Have effective communication and teamwork abilities.
    About the department:
    Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for people we serve. The people we serve and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.
    
    About Hennepin County:
    Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
    
    Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
    
    Your future. Made here.
    
    This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
    
    This position may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data.
    
    Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
    
    Watch this video for application best practices and tips.
    
    Hennepin County values employee retention and engagement through a culture of individual development. If you are a current employee looking for an internship you are responsible for communicating and seeking approval from your supervisor/manager on an arrangement on schedule and workload prior to accepting the paid internship position. The compensation for the internship will be paid at the amount advertised in this posting.
    
    If you have any questions, please contact:
    Pajoua Chang
    Pajoua.Chang@hennepin.us
    
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  26667 Hennepin County is a county in the US state of Minnesota.

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