What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Specialist Apprentice position at Visa?
About the Program
Visas Apprenticeship Programis designed for those with no prior experience interested in receiving handson IT training with an organization while also earning a salary. If this sounds like you we encourage you to apply!
Cybersecurity Apprenticeship : This program combines classroom training handson mentorship and realworld projects to help launch a career as a Cybersecurity professional at Visa. Apprentices will begin with a 16week bootcamp where they will receive fulltime classroomstyle education that will prepare them for OntheJob Training (OJT). This period is officially known as Related Technical Instruction (RTI). During the RTI period Apprentices will be contracted as employees of our Apprenticeship Provider Apprenti. Upon successful completion of RTI including satisfactory performance review employment with Visa will begin.
At the conclusion of the year of OJT those who have successfully completed the program may have the opportunity to be considered for promotion to fulltime employment.
If you are passionate about Cybersecurity and want to join a global leader in digital payments the Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program at Visa is for you. During OJT Apprentices will receive handson mentorship from leaders within one of the teams within our Cybersecurity organization at Visa as well as career development workshops to develop professional and buildable skills. Specific assignments will depend upon your skill sets and team needs. By applying for this position your application is automatically considered across multiple teams.
This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 3 set days a week (determined by leadership / site).
This apprenticeship is intended for individuals who want to learn and develop entrylevel technical and professional skills in software engineering. If youre currently pursuing or have completed a degree in a Software Engineeringrelated field we encourage you to browse our University Graduate and Internship opportunities.
Qualifications : Basic Qualifications
18 years or older
Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
Have basic problemsolving skills / analytical mindset
Must be local and available to work in person in either Ashburn VA or Austin TX
Not currently enrolled in or have completed a Bachelors Masters or PhD degree program in a related technical field (cybersecurity software engineering etc.)
Interest in pursuing a career in cybersecurity in the payments space
Additional Requirements
Apprentices will need to provide their own computers during RTI period. The following tech specifications are required :
Windows 10 or macOS 10
Windows Processor non ARM type (Intel or AMD only need for Adobe Connect to function)
RAM 8GB minimum (12GB 16 GB recommended)
Solid State Drive minimum 40 gigs free space
Webcam
Headset (Noise Cancelling Mic Headset preferred)
Internet connection at least 2Mb up / down
Dedicated workspace (Bootcamp will be 8 hours at your desk daily)
2nd monitor or XL monitor
Additional Information :
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY : The estimated base salary during your remote training period will be $47923 plus benefits and may progress to $70000 upon successful completion of your training period which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on jobrelated factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location. In addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA / HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.
Work Authorization : Permanent Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment for this position. Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.
Work Hours : Varies upon the needs of the department.
This is a hybrid position : Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Travel Requirements : This position requires travel 510% of the time.
Mental / Physical Requirements : This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.
Remote Work : Employment Type :
Fulltime
Key Skills
Anti Money Laundering,Healthcare Attorney,Desktop Support,Data Entry Operation,Home Care,Adobe Photoshop
Vacancy : 1
Salary : $70,000
