November 19, 2024

Internship, Security Analyst, Security Intelligence (Winter/Spring 2025)

Intern • On-site

$32 - $45/hr

Palo Alto, CA

What to Expect

Security Intelligence Analysts are responsible for the protection of Tesla's intellectual property, reputation, trade secrets, and confidential information. This role will support proactive and reactive risk management projects, conduct limited technical signal review, and actively address internal and external threats to Tesla's intellectual property.

What You’ll Do
  • IP Protection and support of programs designed to reduce IP loss risk to Tesla crown jewel programs and unannounced projects
  • Training and Awareness and support ongoing training and awareness efforts, emphasizing information security/IP protection best practices
  • Enhanced background reviews and support review of candidates for high-impact roles across the company to assess risk of IP theft
  • Partner with key stakeholders across the company to identify risks to sensitive IP and collaborate with cross functional partners to mitigate those risks
  • Support sensitive, complex, and confidential investigations into incidents of data loss and intellectual property theft, technology misuse, and conflict of interest
  • Collaborate with technical forensic and human investigations to mitigate risks and/or vectors of IP loss identified during investigations
  • Partner with Legal and Human Resources and other investigative/analysis functions across the company to optimize IP risk reduction and investigations


What You’ll Bring
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Cybsecurity, International Relations, Political Science, or related field of study with a graduation date in 2025 (no exceptions)
  • Able to relocate and work on site in Palo Alto, CA
  • Proficiency in open-source research
  • Familiarity with Insider Threat/Risk concepts/programs, willing to learn same
  • Proven track record managing multiple complex projects simultaneously and focusing on critical priorities with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated success in cross functional collaboration and the ability to learn new technologies quickly
  • Comfort with ambiguity; the ability to change focus quickly due to shifting corporate priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Excel; experience with MISP, Navigator, Splunk or XSOAR is a plus
  • The highest level of integrity and honesty and the ability to protect sensitive confidential information


Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

    Expected Compensation

    $32.00 - $45.00 + benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.