Security Analyst Intern Summer 2027

Rocket Lab•Albuquerque, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Analyst Intern based at Rocket Lab’s site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you will have the opportunity to support the Security Team in developing security education, conducting intelligence and risk assessments, network infrastructure research, physical security, and more. The Security Team leads physical security, program security and enterprise risk management, all of which are programs designed to protect Rocket Lab personnel, assets and intellectual property.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in an associates, bachelor’s, master's or doctorate degree program in field of criminal justice, national security, emergency management, or similar.
Must have at least one semester of school remaining post internship.
GPA of 3.0
3+ months of general work experience (internships or other personal/team project experience is applicable)
Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2027
For candidates seeking to work in US offices only: Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable, to conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.5 or above
Military experience, active duty or reserves, or ROTC
Experience in the aerospace or tech industry
For candidates seeking to work in New Zealand offices only: Eligibility to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations, which may mean ineligibility if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.

Responsibilities

Support Security Team in developing security education.
Conduct intelligence and risk assessments.
Perform network infrastructure research.
Assist with physical security initiatives.
Apply industry concepts to solve real challenges.
Work closely with mentors and employees within the security department to apply knowledge and grow skills technically and professionally.
Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
Participate in tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events.