Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Intern

Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Intern

The Opportunity:

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.

How You'll Contribute:

• 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.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 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 If You Have:

• 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

Compensation

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.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $53,000.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.