GRC Skillternship: GRC Analyst in Action

Welcome to SecureTech Solutions’ 10-Week GRC Internship Experience! This skillternship provides an in-depth, hands-on journey into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) within cybersecurity, structured as a guided internship at SecureTech Solutions. Throughout these 10 weeks, participants will develop essential skills and practical knowledge that align with the day-to-day responsibilities of GRC professionals in the field.

During this program, you’ll be “on the job” at SecureTech Solutions, where you will:

• Learn and apply key cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, and HIPAA, which are foundational to regulatory compliance.

• Work within SecureTech’s GRC team, developing governance structures and creating and updating policies that align with industry standards.

• Perform risk assessments on SecureTech’s operations, categorizing, scoring, and strategizing mitigations for risks such as data breaches, third-party risks, and regulatory compliance challenges.

• Gain hands-on experience with industry tools like SAP GRC, HIPAA One, RSA Archer, and AuditBoard through guided exercises that reflect the tools’ real-world usage.

Each week introduces tasks that build upon your previous knowledge and develop key competencies. Highlights include:

• Reviewing and refining SecureTech’s GRC policies and frameworks to address new regulatory and operational challenges.

• Conducting a risk assessment on a recent cybersecurity incident and preparing a risk mitigation plan for SecureTech’s leadership.

• Drafting and submitting GRC documents for review, from governance charters to data protection policies, as you progress through real-world-inspired scenarios.

• Preparing and presenting a final capstone project to SecureTech’s leadership, where you’ll develop a comprehensive GRC strategy that demonstrates your proficiency in GRC principles.

Ideal for individuals aiming to break into or advance in cybersecurity-focused GRC roles, this program equips you with the hands-on experience, critical thinking skills, and confidence to excel in the industry. By the end of this internship-style course lab, you will be well-prepared to step into GRC roles with a practical toolkit and a clear understanding of industry expectations.