We are looking for a Security Intern to work alongside experienced team members to partner with them in planning, executing, and overseeing initiatives that help improve Cloudflare’s security posture. The ideal Security intern is passionate about making the Internet a more secure place, curious, proactive, and able to approach problems with a \"security-first\" mindset.
What You’ll Do
* Execute a specialized project that directly improves Cloudflare’s security posture.
* Improve the maturity of Cloudflare’s Security Compliance program by working on projects such as:
o Evaluating the efficacy of Cloudflare security controls implemented across the organization.
o Developing and implementing automated solutions to improve Governance, Risk, and Compliance processes and operations, integrating with existing security, engineering, and AI tools.
o Supporting the security risk register by triaging and assessing potential risks, proposing mitigation strategies, and presenting key security insights to leadership.
o Supporting Cloudflare’s security data center audits and assessments.
* Work cross‑functionally with Legal, People, Engineering, and Finance teams to integrate security into the fabric of the company.
* Work closely with a mentor who will provide hands‑on guidance in your specific security domain.
* Connect and learn from executives and leadership, including co‑founders.
* Present your security project to the entire company at the end of the internship.
* Write for the Cloudflare blog and be featured on Cloudflare.tv sessions.
Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Working knowledge of industry‑standard frameworks such as NIST 800‑53, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 principles through coursework or personal study.
* Understanding of risk management methodologies—identifying threats, assessing impact/likelihood, and suggesting mitigation strategies.
* Ability to write basic Python scripts to automate repetitive tasks, such as interacting with APIs or data cleaning.
* Experience with "if‑this‑then‑that" logic in automation platforms.
* Understanding how to "instruct" AI models effectively and leverage them to perform day‑to‑day tasks.
* Demonstrated critical‑thinking skills and drive to learn and adapt new technologies.
* Curiosity, empathy and ability to get things done.
* Ability to commit to a minimum 12‑week summer internship.
Bonus Points
* Demonstrated passion for security & software development, such as personal projects, open‑source contributions, or experience.
Location and Availability
Available Location: London, United Kingdom. Minimum 12‑week summer internship, in‑office 3‑5 days a week.
Export Control Compliance
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Please note that any offer of employment may be conditioned on your authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export laws without sponsorship for an export license.
EEO Statement
Cloudflare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and place great value in both diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their, or any other person's, perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. We are an AA/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
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