Midland States Bank is looking to strengthen its cybersecurity framework by improving the management of digital identities, system access, and security permissions. This internship aims to address challenges in access control, process efficiency, and documentation within their Identity Access Management (I.A.M.) and Information Security functions.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field of study.
- Strong interest in I.A.M., IT Security, or Service Center operations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams).
- Demonstrated initiative and eagerness to learn new technologies.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the Access Review Campaign, assisting with analysis, tracking, and reporting.
- Support the automation of onboarding and offboarding processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Help update and improve documentation and workflows for identity and access management operations.
- Analyze access patterns and permissions to identify potential anomalies or risks.
- Gain hands-on exposure to Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Access Management (AM), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems.
- Collaborate with the IT Service Center team to understand and assist with day-to-day I.A.M. functions.
- Participate in mentorship sessions focused on security concepts, compliance, and governance.
Other
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Must be available mid-May through late July 2026.
- Must be available Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week).
- Must reside locally and report to one of the following offices: Weldon Spring, MO, Streator, IL, or Effingham, IL.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
