About the role:

The Detection Engineering team is at the forefront of securing our organization's infrastructure by developing, implementing, and fine-tuning detection mechanisms to identify threats in real-time.
As a Detection Engineering intern, you will contribute to the development of new detection use cases to identify suspicious activity, as well as build automations that enhance and support our Security Operations and the broader team within our Defense Fusion Center. You'll collaborate with security professionals to understand adversarial tactics and contribute to building stronger defenses for our security operations.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the creation and tuning of detection use cases to identify potential security threats.
• Analyzing security logs and data to identify anomalies or potential indicators of compromise.
• Supporting the team in automating detection workflows and playbooks for threat investigation and response.
• Collaborating with other security teams (SOC, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence) to ensure detection rules are actionable and relevant.
• Assisting with the development of dashboards and reports that provide visibility into security events and metrics.
• Conduct Attack Simulations to validate use case detection logic
• Documenting detection processes and ensuring alignment with security policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Systems, MIS, Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or another related field.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and basic automation principles.
• Basic understanding of network and endpoint security concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interests in IT, infrastructure, engineering, and modern end user technologies.
• Microsoft suite proficiency.
• Quick learner with new software or computer applications.
• Strong analytical, business process analysis, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage and connect with internal and external partners.
• Knowledge of operating systems.
• Basic understanding of detection engineering concepts such as threat modeling and adversary tactics.
• Knowledge of OSI model and underlying network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP).
• Knowledge of the common networking and routing protocols.

Company Overview:

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

Where we're going

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.

Disability Accommodation

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com