Network and Security Engineering Intern - 2027, Highlands Ranch, CO

About the job

About Us Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.

Join Visa and do work that matters – to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.

Visa will accept applications for this role until at least 11-05-2026

Job Description

*We will be accepting applications for this position from October 27th- November 5th. By applying to this position, your application is automatically considered across multiple subfunctions and teams. Specific assignments will depend on upon your skills sets, interest, location, and team need.

*Visa's Internship Program offers a 12-week immersive experience where you'll work on impactful projects that advance Visa's mission. As a Visa intern, you'll build meaningful connections, strengthen your communication and business skills, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, global environment.

You'll have access to interactive workshops and learning sessions designed to build expertise, expand industry knowledge, and elevate your professional skills. You'll not only learn, you'll contribute, collaborate, and innovate. Beyond professional development, enjoy social events that foster community and connection.

The program culminates in a final presentation, where you'll share your project achievements and recommendations with Visa leaders, a chance to demonstrate impact and growth.

As a Network and Security Engineering Intern, you will contribute to Visa's global network engineering organization by supporting the tools, platforms, and automation that provide visibility into network health, performance, and operational readiness. You'll gain hands-on experience with enterprise monitoring systems, network automation, observability platforms, and Generative AI technologies that help operate one of the world's largest payment networks.

Some job duties and projects could include:

• Supporting enterprise network monitoring and observability initiatives across Visa's global infrastructure
• Configuring, testing, and validating monitoring capabilities within platforms such as SevOne, IBM ITNM/Netcool, and NetBrain
• Developing Python-based automation scripts and API workflows for monitoring validation, health checks, reporting, and inventory analysis
• Collecting and analyzing network events, alerts, logs, telemetry, packet captures, and performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Using REST APIs and structured data formats such as JSON, YAML, and CSV to retrieve and analyze operational data
• Leveraging Generative AI tools to assist with scripting, troubleshooting, data analysis, documentation, and operational insights
• Validating device discovery, interface monitoring, alert thresholds, dashboards, reports, and topology views across observability platforms
• Identifying monitoring coverage gaps and supporting efforts to improve network visibility and operational effectiveness
• Creating and maintaining runbooks, validation procedures, monitoring standards, dashboards, and technical documentation
• Supporting troubleshooting efforts by gathering logs, packet captures, API responses, screenshots, and other operational evidence

Remember, at Visa, we see our employees as our most valuable asset and we are excited to support and witness your growth within our organization.

All Visa roles require digital fluency, including the ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.

Visa requires at least 3 days in office; expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field
• Graduating December 2027 - August 2028
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, OSI Model, IPv4 addressing, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, ARP, ICMP, routing, and switching
• Experience with Python programming and scripting concepts including variables, loops, functions, file handling, and automation workflows
• Familiarity with data formats and APIs including JSON, YAML, CSV, and REST APIs
• Interest in network observability, monitoring, metrics, alerting, dashboards, topology visualization, and operational health monitoring
• Exposure to monitoring or observability platforms such as SevOne, NetBrain, Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk, Elastic, or similar technologies
• Experience using Generative AI tools for coding assistance, technical analysis, documentation, or problem-solving activities
• Exposure to Linux environments and networking tools such as Git, Wireshark, ping, traceroute, nslookup, and tcpdump
• Awareness of network management technologies including SNMP, Syslog, network telemetry, and automation frameworks
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $39 to $46, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Work Authorization: Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.

Information for US Applicants

For roles located in the US, the estimated hourly rate is $ to $ USD. The hourly rate may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Work Hours

Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements

This position requires travel 5-10% 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 protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.