Description Who We Are WPS Health Solutions is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Wisconsin.
WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group health plans for small to large businesses.
We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad.
WPS Health Solutions has been making health care easier for the people we serve for more than 75 years.
Proud to be military and veteran ready.
Culture Drives Our Success WPS' Culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled, and rewarded.
We accomplish this by creating an inclusive and empowering employee experience.
We recognize the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as an investment in our workforce-both current and future-to effectively seek, leverage, and include diverse perspectives that fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams.
This results in people bringing their authentic selves to work every day in an organization that successfully adapts to business changes and new opportunities.
We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organization regarding our culture and workplace: WPS Newsroom - Awards and Recognition Role Snapshot The Internship Program with WPS Health Solutions is comprised of four key components.
WPS interns will primarily focus on the responsibilities within their functional areas, as it relates to their respective field of study.
In a group setting, interns will collaborate on the "Pay-It-Forward Project" - the development of a resource to be utilized for future program participants.
The third component relates to exposure to corporate culture and training to aid in future career successes.
At the conclusion of the program, interns will participate in a final presentation for senior executives by showcasing their experience in the program and functional areas.
How do I know this opportunity is right for me?
If you: "Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to translate technical language and concepts to nontechnical individuals."
"Have passion for technology, compliance, and innovation."
"Are driven to utilize your current technical compliance expertise to increase the security posture at WPS."
"Like to work on multiple concurrent projects with high degrees of impact to the business."
What will I gain from this role?
Experience working with a forward thinking and highly collaborative team.
Learn a great deal and develop a well-rounded business toolkit that will serve you well wherever you go.
Working in an environment that serves our Nation's military, veterans, Guard and Reserves along with their families.
Gaining valuable experience that aligns with your career goals.
Working in a continuous performance feedback environment.
Minimum Qualifications Be currently pursuing a degree in higher education or recent graduate.
Have experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications A basic understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (i.e., NIST 800-53, DOD STIG, MAC ARS) A general understanding of operating systems, networking, or databases (databases would be a plus) General knowledge of Windows Group Policy; Puppet or Ansible; Tanium or Tenable Security Center.
Knowledge in automation via scripting (i.e.
PowerShell, Python) or other technologies would also be considered beneficial.
Hourly Rate of Pay The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
The starting hourly range for this position is $17-$24.
This role is open to 100% remote work for this opportunity in the following approved states: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin Remote Work Requirements High speed cable or fiber internet Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net) Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information Benefits Innovative, professional, and cognitive development programs Competitive paid time off Holiday pay Sign up for Job Alerts FOLLOW US Instagram LinkedIn Facebook WPS Health Blog Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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