Are you interested in harnessing technology and AI to transform healthcare?
At XiFin, we believe a healthier, more efficient healthcare system starts with strong financial and operational foundations. Our innovative technologies help diagnostic providers, laboratories, and healthcare systems manage complexity, drive better outcomes, and stay focused on what matters most: patient care.
We’re on a mission to simplify the business side of healthcare—and we know that mission takes people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of expertise, we welcome your perspective, your curiosity, and your passion. We value individuals who ask questions, challenge the status quo, and want to grow while making a real difference.
One of the ways we are achieving this is through our XiFin Internship Program. The Internship Program is designed to empower, educate, and inspire the next generation of talent by providing meaningful hands‑on experience, professional development, and direct exposure to the real impact of our work. Our mission is to create an environment where interns build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to excel in their careers—while contributing to projects that support XiFin’s mission of improving healthcare financial performance.
This is a 10-week structured program beginning on June 15, 2026, and ending August 21, 2026. This will be part-time (up to 29 hours/week).
About the role:
The Cyber Security Intern will gain hands-on experience in researching, detecting, identifying, and uncovering attempts to circumvent preventative security controls in email and web-based attacks. As part of our security team, you will be responsible for creating, enhancing, and automating security processes to detect and alert the organization of active cyber-attacks. You will have the opportunity to interact with cross-functional IT teams to understand the configuration and use of systems in a corporate environment. Additionally, you will work with and use commercial best-in-class security solutions to understand how they operate and are used to defend an organization. This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and make a real impact in the field of cybersecurity.
What does the position pay?
The hourly compensation for this role is $23.00 for undergraduate students and $25.00 for graduate students.
How you will make an impact:
In this role, you’ll:
- Assist in the onboarding and implementation of a new Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Service.
- Migrate the departments core metric reporting from Microsoft Excel to Power BI.
- Work with the cyber security team to review SIEM logs and develop threat hunting searches for emerging cyber-attacks, known cyber-attack techniques and tactics, and deviations from normal baseline activities.
- Review and understand hardening standards and patching schedules and use security platforms to validate and generate report metrics of the deployment status.
- Understand the vulnerability management process, contribute and document the vulnerability analysis and risk assessment process, and work with cross-functional teams to mitigate or remediate vulnerabilities that are identified.
- Engage in continuous improvement projects around automating system workflow, data gathering and reporting.
This is an onsite position at our office in San Diego, CA.
What you will bring to the team:
A combination of the following education and experience factors will be considered:
- Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant discipline
- Interest and knowledge of securing operating systems including Windows and Linux
- Demonstrated effective communication and presentation skills
What Interns can Expect:
The XiFin Internship Program is a structured 10-week summer experience that offers students the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals in technical, business and operational areas across the organization. Interns participate in department-specific projects while taking part in a series of developmental workshops aimed at improving industry knowledge and skills. As an intern you will have:
- A dedicated manager and clear project deliverables
- Weekly check-ins and structured professional development
- Opportunities to collaborate with peers across locations (San Diego, Charleston, Dallas)
- Access to leaders, mentors, and subject matter experts
- A welcoming, community-oriented experience with events, celebrations, and learning sessions throughout the program
Why XiFin?
We’re more than just a healthcare technology company—we’re a team that cares about people.
Here’s a glimpse at what we offer:
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and telehealth
- 401(k) with company match and personalized financial coaching to support your financial future
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- Wellness incentives that reward your preventative healthcare activities
- Tuition assistance to support your education and growth
- Flexible time off and company-paid holidays
- Social and fun events to build community at our locations!
Accessibility & Accommodations
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 858-436-2901.
Equal Opportunity Employer
XiFin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse voices and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
EEO Statement
XiFin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
