University, Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

Booz Allen Hamilton • McLean, VA

1d • $53,000 - $108,000

About The Position

The Opportunity: Contribute to the evolving field of cybersecurity and help organizations stay ahead of threats. As a cybersecurity analyst intern, you'll learn to collect, process, and analyze information to enhance security measures and address real-world security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks with experienced professionals. You'll collaborate on projects, gain hands-on data analysis experience, document findings, and present your work to leaders. Your contributions will shape security solutions for clients across various industries in the commercial space. Our program includes engaging cybersecurity challenges inspired by real-world events from the past decade. From securing critical infrastructure to analyzing emerging threats, these challenges are designed to test and enhance the skills needed to defend against cyber adversaries. Participants will assume various cybersecurity roles, including Security Analyst, Incident Responder, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Data Scientist, and Risk Manager. Each role brings unique skills and perspectives, ensuring a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. You’ll be working on cutting-edge security projects that define what is possible in the field and bring these solutions to life for clients. Are you ready to help us combat the most advanced cyber threats? Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

• Experience conducting basic cybersecurity research or analysis
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
• Experience using scripting or programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, Python, Perl, R, or Bash for class projects, assignments, or personal projects
• Ability to work independently and in teams to research and propose solutions
• Ability to review, write, and discuss highly technical documentation
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by Winter 2027, Spring 2028, or Summer 2028

Nice To Haves

• Experience in cybersecurity analysis, security operations, or incident response
• Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems related to rapidly changing technology and cybersecurity threats
• Ability to capture and communicate business and technical concepts, challenges, and solutions
• Possession of excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Possession of excellent critical thinking and analytical skills

Benefits

• At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being.
• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
• Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
• Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.
• Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
• We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern