IT GRC Co-Op

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life‑threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T‑cell, T‑cell receptor (TCR‑T), and natural killer (NK) cell‑based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting‑edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

The IT GRC Co‑Op will support risk register management, stakeholder engagement, audit support, and policy/framework alignment. This role is ideal for students interested in information security and cybersecurity frameworks.

1‑year Co‑Op position.

• Assist in documenting risks identified through audits, assessments, and incident reviews.
• Track remediation progress and update risk status in the central risk register.
• Assign and follow up with risk owners to ensure timely closure of action items.
• Coordinate with process and control owners to gather updates and evidence for compliance activities.
• Follow up on incomplete documentation and delinquent responses related to user access reviews and third‑party risk assessments.
• Assist in collecting and organizing evidence for internal and external audits.
• Participate in walkthroughs and control testing activities.
• Support updates to the IT GRC framework and cybersecurity policy documents.
• Help align risk documentation with NIST CSF 2.0 and SEC disclosure requirements.

• Open to undergraduate students; preference for graduate students.
• Major in Information Security or Cybersecurity.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Initiative and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to commit to hybrid work.

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive – both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent, we offer a best‑in‑class benefits package that supports well‑being, financial stability, and long‑term career growth. Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, equity and stock options for eligible roles, eight weeks of paid parental leave after three months of employment, paid time off policy (vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays), flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, legal assistance, supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance, commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well‑being initiatives, and peer‑to‑peer recognition programs.

Please note:
These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Legend Biotech provides equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at‑will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. Legend Biotech maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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