Cybersecurity Professional Intern

Description

Cybersecurity Professional Intern - ICBD - Downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL HQ

$18 - $22 /hour + College Credit

Duration: 8-12 weeks

Schedule: 30-40 hours per week - on-site in our Fort Lauderdale Corporate Office Monday-Friday

About ICBD 

ICBD is a robust single-family office focused on private investment and business development, supporting exceptional companies in healthcare, technology, and beyond.

We own and operate a growing portfolio of high-performance businesses united by a shared commitment to people, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. But we’re not just building businesses—we’re building a legacy of leadership, innovation, and purpose.

Joining ICBD means you'll be part of the team behind some of the fastest-growing companies in healthcare, technology, and business services. We are proudly self-funded, committed to sustainable growth, and led by visionary thought leaders—including our CEO and Founder, the 2024 Ernst & Young U.S. Entrepreneur Of The Year® National Overall Award winner.

Our most visible success is ABA Centers, a revolutionary leader in autism care and diagnostics, ranked #5 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

The ICBD portfolio includes these dynamic organizations united by strategic vision, operational expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence: 

• ABA Centers – The leading provider of autism care in the U.S., with 13 regional brands and 70+ operating areas.
• GateHouse Treatment – A comprehensive network of substance use disorder programs that address the full spectrum of recovery needs from medical treatment to supportive housing and respite services.  
• Marquis MD – A concierge medicine concept redefining healthcare by prioritizing convenience, connection, and care powered by advanced technology.
• Exact Billing Solutions – Innovative revenue cycle management and advanced billing support systems for healthcare providers.
• Curative AI – A next-generation platform using AI to disrupt and transform the healthcare system by providing new solutions for revenue cycle management, scheduling, medical documentation, clinical and diagnostic support, and more.
• The Christopher M. Barnett Family Foundation – The philanthropic heart of ICBD, advancing programs that address autism care, food insecurity, homelessness, women’s empowerment, and underserved children.

Recognition & Awards

At ICBD, our commitment to operational excellence, ethical leadership, and transformative care has earned us recognition across industries. Our portfolio companies and leadership team have been honored with multiple awards, including:

•     Inc. 5000 – 5th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America (2024).
•     Financial Times – #1 on "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies." 
•     EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® U.S. Overall.
•     South Florida Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies.
•     Florida Trend Magazine's 500 Most Influential Business Leaders.
•     Inc. Best in Business, Health Services.

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Professional Intern will support key initiatives within the organization’s cybersecurity program. This internship provides hands-on experience across multiple cybersecurity domains, allowing interns to gain exposure to real-world security operations, risk management, compliance, and engineering practices.

Interns will have the opportunity to align their experience with specific areas of interest and will contribute to meaningful deliverables that support the organization’s overall security posture.

The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Key Focus Areas

Interns may support one or more of the following areas based on interest, experience, and business need:

• Disaster Recovery Planning
• Third-Party Risk Management
• Continuous Emerging Threat Monitoring
• Incident Response
• HIPAA Compliance
• Security Awareness & Training
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Cybersecurity Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
• Support risk assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives (including HIPAA where applicable)
• Contribute to incident response activities, including documentation and post-incident analysis
• Participate in monitoring and identifying emerging cybersecurity threats
• Assist in third-party/vendor risk evaluations and documentation
• Support identity and access management processes, including access reviews and audits
• Contribute to security awareness initiatives and training materials
• Assist in developing architecture documentation and technical security solutions (for engineering-focused interns)
• Complete assigned project deliverables aligned to selected cybersecurity focus area

Intern Deliverables

Depending on the selected focus area, interns will be expected to contribute to and/or complete deliverables such as:

• Security policies, standards, and procedural documentation
• Risk assessments and analysis reports
• Compliance documentation and audit support materials
• Incident response documentation and summaries
• Security architecture diagrams or plans
• Threat monitoring reports and findings
• Process improvement recommendations

Requirements

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• Demonstrated academic experience in cybersecurity or IT-related coursework
• Strong interest in cybersecurity practices, risk management, and information security
• Eligibility to work within designated cybersecurity domains may be limited based on level of education, certifications, or technical expertise
• Certain advanced areas within the cybersecurity program may require graduate-level education or specific certifications
• Willingness to complete onboarding requirements, including background screening and NDA
• Preferred:
  • Pursuing or enrolled in a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (for advanced areas)
  • Relevant certifications such as:
    • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
    • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
    • Security+
    • or other applicable cybersecurity certifications

Benefits

Internship Requirements 

• Must be eligible to receive academic credit through an accredited college or university
• Documentation from the academic institution may be required prior to the start of the internship
• Internship schedule: Monday through Friday, up to 5 hours per day (schedule to be coordinated with academic requirements) 

At ICBD, we believe leadership, innovation, and purpose go hand in hand. Be part of a team where your work drives lasting impact and your career reaches new heights.

ICBD participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.