Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Intern

Booz Allen Hamilton•McLean, VA

1d•$53,000 - $108,000•Remote

About The Position

As an Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Analyst Intern, you will support cybersecurity and information protection programs by monitoring data transfers, investigating potential data loss events, assisting with incident response, and helping develop and improve data protection processes. You will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, data governance, security technologies, incident response, and regulatory compliance. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Knowledge of foundational cybersecurity concepts, including access control, incident response, data classification, and information security
Ability to analyze, investigate, and think critically
Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly
Ability to clearly document technical findings and work effectively independently and collaboratively
Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Information Systems by December 2028

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DLP tools such as Microsoft Purview, Trellix, or similar platforms
Knowledge of cloud security and data protection in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Knowledge of privacy, data protection, and information security frameworks or regulations, such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, or HIPAA
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Possession of strong attention to detail skills

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze data transfers across email, removable media, web services, cloud storage, network services, and printers.
Investigate DLP alerts and potential incidents involving data exfiltration, inadvertent exposures, or policy violations.
Support incident response by collecting and analyzing computer evidence and network artifacts, assisting with issue resolution and risk communication, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Assist with developing, testing, tuning, and validating DLP policies, detection rules, and response procedures.
Identify and classify sensitive information, including personally identifiable information, financial data, intellectual property, third-party proprietary data, entrusted information, Booz Allen internal information, and Booz Allen restricted information.
Collaborate with IT, Legal, Governance, Privacy, and business teams to remediate incidents and strengthen data protection processes.
Stay informed about cybersecurity threats, data protection standards, and industry developments relevant to DLP operations.