Cybersecurity Internship Winter 2027 - Federal
About The Position
The Cybersecurity Consultant Development Program is an immersive paid-training internship program designed to help participants strengthen the technical and professional skills needed to enter the workforce as a full-time Information Security Associate. The Federal (FED) Security Practice Area focuses on working with organizations connected to the Federal Government, such as defense contractors, financial institutions, and telecommunication systems, to develop and maintain information security programs that adhere to the standards of the Federal Government. This involves conducting assessments, developing Governance programs, and providing General Advisory Services to help navigate Federal Government standards, including FISMA, FedRAMP, DFARS, NERC, NYDFS, CMMC, and StateRAMP. The Developing Consultant (DC) is an up-and-coming part of the client-facing consulting team, responsible for helping in conducting project delivery activities based on their selected Tevora Information Security practice areas. Interns are expected to continually develop their skills through personal development and Information Security industry participation. Successful completion of the program may lead to a full-time offer as an entry-level Information Security Associate.
Requirements
- Basic familiarity with networking concepts like firewalls, routers, switches, and DNS
- Basic familiarity with computer troubleshooting and server systems administration
- Basic familiarity with business planning and accounting
- Multi-tasking and time management skills
- Dynamic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing both expository and technical documentation
- Intermediate working knowledge of Excel and Word
- Self-starter who likes to tinker and learn on their own
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent) or currently enrolled at an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Required to work onsite at our Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA, location
Nice To Haves
- Any knowledge of compliance frameworks is a plus
- IT, Cybersecurity, and Information Security certifications a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop technical and business skills required to perform billable work on projects as quickly as possible
- Learn about industry-standard certifications and their benefits
- Learn about National and International standards and frameworks like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
- Observe implementations of Enterprise Security Solutions
- Observe and help with internal and external penetration testing and social engineering projects
- Plan technical execution plans to meet business requirements
- Gather requirements to complete execution plans
- Execute on previously designed plans
- Document execution procedures and provide professional insights into the technologies involved
- Assist Consultants with client engagements
Benefits
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Vibrant work culture
- Career advancement opportunities
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Career Level
Entry Level
