(Philippines) Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Intern 6 months - Summer 2026

Skip to Content Sign In (Philippines) Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Intern 6 months - Summer 2026 Req #23108 Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines• Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines• Metro Manila, Philippines Apply Share Job Description Posted Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 9:00 PM | Expires Friday, April 17, 2026 at 8:59 PM Dayforce, a global leader in Human Capital Management (HCM) with headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, operates across North America, EMEA, and APJ regions. Our Cloud HCM platform, recognized for its unified database and continuous calculation engine, enhances efficiency, productivity, and compliance for global workforces. We are committed to "Making Work Life Better™" for employees, customers, and partners worldwide. As an Intern at Dayforce, you’ll gain real-world experience with meaningful responsibilities, access to development programs, and the chance to collaborate globally, bringing new ideas and optimizing processes across multiple business units. Job Title: Cybersecurity Automation Engineer Intern Location: Dayforce Philippines Office - Hybrid (2-3 days per week) Address: Unit A & D 29th Floor GBF Center 1 Bridgetowne, C-5 Road, Ugong Norte, Quezon City 1110 Duration: Summer 2026 - 6 Months (starting May/June 2026 – December 2026) Availability: *Full-time availability of 37.5 – 40 hours weekly is required to be eligible for this opportunity. Benefits for Students: Experience working for one of the fastest growing Human Capital Management technology companies in the world Access to Dayforce’s development programs and resources  Ability to work with as well as create relationships with members across the globe  Autonomy to bring forth new ideas and optimize existing structures within the organization  Meaningful responsibilities, enabling you to obtain ‘real-world’ experience  Dynamic hands-on exposure to multiple business-units and stakeholders across Dayforce About the opportunity: The Cybersecurity Automation Intern will support the security architecture and engineering teams by developing automated solutions that improve service delivery, deployment, and overall network and security efficiency. This role is ideal for someone passionate about cybersecurity, scripting, and building tools that reduce manual effort and enhance organizational security posture. What you’ll get to do: Build and maintain automation scripts and workflows to streamline security operations (using Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.). Assist in creating automated responses for common tasks, alerts, and incidents. Develop integrations between tools, APIs, and internal systems. Skills and experience we value: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer/Software Engineering, or a related field Foundational experience with scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash (e.g., through coursework, labs, or personal projects) Basic understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts, with exposure to tools such as Terraform (e.g., through coursework, labs, or personal projects) Excellent verbal and written communication Ability to facilitate working sessions with engineers and the business Embraces collaborative teamwork Knows when and how to escalate to get direction and avoid roadblocks What would really make you stand out: Desire to learn; Highly motivated and energetic with a positive attitude Automation and Scripting Foundation Familiarity with security tools such as Firewalls, SIEM and SOAR platforms What’s in it for you Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment. We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions. Dayforce encourages personal and professional g ... (truncated, view full listing at source)