(Philippines) Cybersecurity Intern 6 Months

Dayforce · Philippines · posted today ago

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About this role

Dayforce, a global leader in Human Capital Management (HCM) with headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, operates across North America, EMEA, and APJ regions. Our Cloud HCM platform, recognized for its unified database and continuous calculation engine, enhances efficiency, productivity, and compliance for global workforces. We are committed to "Making Work Life Better™" for employees, customers, and partners worldwide.

As an Intern at Dayforce, you’ll gain real-world experience with meaningful responsibilities, access to development programs, and the chance to collaborate globally, bringing new ideas and optimizing processes across multiple business units.

Job Title: Cybersecurity Intern

Location: Philippines - Remote

Duration: Fall 2026 - 6 Months (starting November 2026 – May 2027)

Availability: *Full-time availability of 37.5 – 40 hours weekly is required to be eligible for this opportunity.

Benefits for Students:

Experience working for one of the fastest growing Human Capital Management technology companies in the world Access to Dayforce’s development programs and resources
Ability to work with as well as create relationships with members across the globe
Autonomy to bring forth new ideas and optimize existing structures within the organization
Meaningful responsibilities, enabling you to obtain ‘real-world’ experience
Dynamic hands-on exposure to multiple business-units and stakeholders across Dayforce

About the opportunity:

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will collaborate closely with the Cybersecurity Operations team to support shared services and enhance operational efficiency across the organization. In this role, you’ll gain hands on experience in daily cybersecurity operations while contributing to initiatives focused on automation and process improvement. You will be exposed to real world enterprise environments, assisting in managing operational workflows and identifying opportunities to streamline processes using automation and AI driven solutions. Dayforce is seeking innovative and curious minds like yours to join our growing cybersecurity team!

What you’ll get to do:

Support daily IAM and Messaging operations, including monitoring the cybersecurity mailbox
Help triage and categorize cybersecurity-related inquiries and incidents
Identify repetitive operational tasks and propose opportunities for automation
Assist in building simple automation workflows using tools such as:

◦ Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate) ◦ Python scripting (basic) ◦ SOAR platforms (e.g., XSOAR – exposure level)

Explore use of AI tools (e.g., internal AI platforms, ChatGPT, etc.) to support operational tasks
Contribute ideas on how AI can improve cybersecurity workflows and decision-making

Skills and experience we value:

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline
Curiosity, a passion for data, and cybersecurity
Basic understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts
IT systems, networks, or cloud fundamentals
Familiarity with MS Office tools (Excel, Teams, Outlook)
Basic scripting (Python or similar) is a plus
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate in a global team environment

What you will gain:

Opportunity: Real-world experience at a large global human capital management (HCM) software company. Hands-on experience in machine learning, data-driven decision-making, and predictive modeling.
Innovation: Contribute ideas and implement new processes to improve how we use data to solve problems.
Collaboration: Work as part of a global team enabled by collaborative technologies.
Development Opportunities: Participate in projects, mentorship programs, and skill-building initiatives to expand your technical and professional skills.
Networking: Build your professional network and deepen relationships with peers and industry leaders.
Fun: Engage in activities such as team-building events, innovation challenges, and social gatherings.

What’s in it for you Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment. We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions. Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits. With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself. Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. Fraudulent Recruiting Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Dayforce contacts will use an @dayforce.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Dayforce employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: Dayforce actively monitors all job applications to ensure authenticity. Submissions determined to be fraudulent or misleading will be declined from the recruitment process.