About the role#
As an Enterprise Cybersecurity Vulnerability Intern, you will support internal vulnerability management operations. You will gain hands-on experience by assisting with vulnerability scanning, data analytics, remediation tracking, and reporting. This role provides exposure to enterprise cybersecurity tools and processes within a Cyber Fusion Center environment. You will work alongside experienced professionals to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world security challenges.
What you'll do#
- Assist with vulnerability scanning and assessment using enterprise tools.
- Support vulnerability data analysis by identifying trends and tracking remediation progress.
- Validate patch compliance across systems.
- Develop and maintain vulnerability management dashboards and reports.
- Extract, transform, and analyze vulnerability data using Python or SQL.
- Collaborate with vulnerability analysts to support outreach efforts.
- Participate in team meetings to discuss emerging threats and remediation strategies.
- Partner with senior analysts and present your findings during team reviews.
What you'll need#
- Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Analytics, or Data Science by December 2028.
- Knowledge of coding languages such as SQL or Python.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles, solutions, and technologies.
- Familiarity with basic networking protocols including TCP, IP, HTTP, HTTPS, and DNS.
- Ability to use business intelligence or data visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform is a plus.
- Knowledge of vulnerabilities, cyber threats, information security frameworks, and standards like OWASP is preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Location & details#
- Location: McLean, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
- Employment Type: Part-time internship.
About Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton provides technology consulting and services for clients in the defense, aerospace, and border security sectors. The company focuses on areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. It operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. Founded in 1914, the firm maintains its headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
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