Summer Associate Internship (Controls Assurance - Asset Based Testing)

Overview

Team Overview:

The Summer Associate will join the Controls Assurance - Asset Based Testing team, which plays a key role in evaluating and validating IT and Information Security controls across the organization. This team operates in an Agile environment and collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure strong cybersecurity practices and regulatory compliance.

The Summer Associate will support Asset Based Testing efforts, helping to plan, scope, execute, and report on assessments of IT and security controls. This role offers hands-on experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and data analysis, providing exposure to real-world challenges and professional development opportunities.

Potential Projects:

Summer Associates may work on:

• Asset Based Assessments of IT and Security controls
• Assurance Monitoring and Analytics
• Controls Testing and Regulatory Compliance
• Strategic initiatives based on cybersecurity trends and data analysis

The Summer Associate Program is a 12-week internship program beginning in May 2026 and ending in August 2026. Students will work on impactful projects and meaningful work during their internship. To qualify for this position, applicants must be currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university and have an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scoping Asset Based Assessments
• Participate in walk-throughs with business partners to understand control environments
• Help develop test strategies and document work in alignment with audit standards
• Support documentation of issues and reporting of assessment results
• Contribute to peer reviews and stakeholder communications
• Analyze data to identify trends and support strategic recommendations
• Assist in evaluating security control design and remediation efforts
• Help ensure compliance with internal processes and external regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the program

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field
• Strong interest in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance
• Basic understanding of security risks, processes, and controls
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27002, SANS/CIS 20, PCI DSS) is a plus
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations (FFIEC, NIST, GLBA, etc.) is beneficial
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Effective planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and think critically
• Experience with data tools such as Axonius, Tenable, Splunk is a plus
• Comfortable working with large datasets and presenting findings
• Experience in technical writing or documentation is a plus
• Ability to collaborate with team members and communicate with stakeholders

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr Pensacola, FL 32526

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