Job Overview
Salesforce is seeking an Information Security Intern to support its global security and compliance initiatives. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in security audits, compliance documentation, customer trust, and cloud security. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure Salesforce products and infrastructure meet industry-leading standards in security and compliance. The role is ideal for students or early-career professionals passionate about cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management.
Job Details
Company: Salesforce
Job Position: Information Security Intern
Location: Hyderabad, India (Hybrid/Remote Options)
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field (Graduate/Post-Graduate/Diploma also eligible)
Salary (Estimated): ₹4,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 per annum (pro-rated stipend for interns based on industry standards in India)
Experience: 0–3 years
Job Type: Internship (Futureforce University Program)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in completing security and compliance questionnaires from Salesforce customers and prospects.
- Maintain customer-facing security documentation including white papers and FAQs.
- Support preparation of evidence for customer audits and compliance checks.
- Collaborate with teams across time zones to manage customer security audits.
- Help develop training material for internal teams on security and compliance.
- Contribute to building a central repository of compliance knowledge.
- Provide inputs to product teams regarding customer security concerns.
- Support the design of audit readiness programs and documentation.
- Participate in reviewing Salesforce services against global security standards.
- Assist with the management of security certifications like SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS.
- Work with cross-functional teams to implement security improvements.
- Drive process improvements leveraging Salesforce’s internal tools.
- Contribute to monitoring industry trends in security and compliance.
- Collaborate on security knowledge-sharing sessions with teams.
- Support day-to-day administrative and operational tasks in the security team.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Strong foundation in computer science, cybersecurity, or IT security.
- Academic background or certifications in information security or cyber risk.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as CSA CAIQ, SOC 2, ISO 27001.
- Understanding of cloud security principles and compliance standards.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work across global teams in different time zones.
- Strong written communication skills for documentation purposes.
- Good verbal communication skills for customer interactions.
- Basic knowledge of risk assessment methodologies.
- Awareness of industry-standard audit processes.
- Research and analytical skills to investigate compliance issues.
- Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
- Openness to learning and adapting to new security tools.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
About Salesforce
Salesforce is the world’s #1 AI-powered Customer Relationship Management (CRM) company, known for its innovation and focus on customer success. With its global footprint, Salesforce empowers organizations with cutting-edge AI, automation, and security solutions. The company emphasizes inclusivity, equality, and employee growth through structured programs like Futureforce University Recruiting, which helps students and early-career professionals gain real-world exposure while contributing to transformative projects.
Why Join Salesforce
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in security and compliance.
- Exposure to one of the world’s leading cloud and AI CRM platforms.
- Access to structured mentorship under the Futureforce program.
- Ability to contribute to real projects with global impact.
- Training programs tailored to early-career development.
- Opportunity to interact with diverse and inclusive teams worldwide.
- Work in a culture that emphasizes trust, innovation, and equality.
- Learn industry best practices in information security and compliance.
- Build expertise in global security certifications and audits.
- Access to networking opportunities with Salesforce leaders and peers.
- Flexibility with office tech-flexible and remote working options.
- Exposure to cutting-edge security tools and platforms.
- Strong support system through employee resource groups.
- Opportunities for full-time conversion based on performance.
- Be part of a company shaping the future of AI and digital transformation.
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