2027 Blackstone Cybersecurity Summer Analyst

Blackstone; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone is seeking a Cybersecurity Summer Analyst in Miami, FL to join the BXTI team and help protect the firm's information assets. You will assist with risk assessments, security controls, and incident response while collaborating with engineers and product teams.

You will gain hands-on experience with AWS security, vulnerability assessments, and secure coding practices, contributing to real security initiatives across Blackstone's platforms.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques, such as vulnerability scanners and penetration testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Linux, PowerShell) for automation and security-related tasks.
• Knowledge of secure software development practices and familiarity with secure coding principles.
• Ability to analyze and interpret security logs, events, and alerts.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate security risks and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing risks to Blackstone's information assets, including systems, networks, and data.
• Implementing and maintaining security controls, cloud infrastructure (AWS), endpoint protection solutions, and compliance frameworks.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments or penetration tests to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
• Monitoring security events and incidents, and responding to security alerts in a timely manner.
• Performing investigations into security incidents, analyzing evidence, and providing recommendations for remediation.
• Scripting or programming to automate security tasks and enhance security monitoring capabilities.
• Providing security guidance and support to development teams to ensure secure software development practices.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Vulnerability assessment

Firewall/IDS knowledge

Python scripting

Secure coding

Log analysis

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

Vulnerability scanners

Penetration testing

AWS

Job description

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

Job Title

Summer Analyst Cybersecurity

Start Date

June 2027

Location

Miami, Florida

Blackstone Technology & Innovations

Blackstone Technology & Innovations (BXTI) is the technology organization powering one of the world's leading alternative asset managers. We build the platforms, applications, data systems, and automation capabilities that help Blackstone operate at scale, make investment decisions, manage risk, and deliver value to investors and portfolio companies. At BXTI, engineers work directly on business-critical systems that support Blackstone's global operations. Our teams are highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, and focused on solving complex problems with technology. Interns are treated as engineers from day one and are given opportunities to contribute meaningful work alongside experienced developers, architects, and product teams.

Job Description

Blackstone’s Cybersecurity Team is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Blackstone's information assets. As a Cybersecurity Summer Analyst, you will join an ambitious and talented team of security professionals that are responsible for protecting Blackstone's systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. You will work closely with various stakeholders to identify and mitigate security risks, implement security controls, and respond to security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing risks to Blackstone's information assets, including systems, networks, and data
• Implementing and maintaining security controls, cloud infrastructure (AWS), endpoint protection solutions, and compliance frameworks
• Conducting vulnerability assessments or penetration tests to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities
• Monitoring security events and incidents, and responding to security alerts in a timely manner
• Performing investigations into security incidents, analyzing evidence, and providing recommendations for remediation
• Scripting or programming to automate security tasks and enhance security monitoring capabilities
• Providing security guidance and support to development teams to ensure secure software development practices
• Contributing to the development and implementation of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
• Staying up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices
• Experience with security assessment tools and techniques, such as vulnerability scanners and penetration testing frameworks
• Familiarity with security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection solutions
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Linux, PowerShell) for automation and security-related tasks
• Knowledge of secure software development practices and familiarity with secure coding principles
• Ability to analyze and interpret security logs, events, and alerts
• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate security risks and recommendations to stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
• Anticipated graduation date: Fall 2027 – Spring 2028
• Resume must include expected graduation month/year and GPA
• Resume must be in PDF format

Expected annual base salary range

$125,000 - $125,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), [phone] (EMEA) or [phone] (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or client questions;
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

You will not be eligible to participate in Blackstone’s health and other insurance benefit programs.

Please note that we use an AI resume screening tool to help with the initial review of applications. The tool helps us assess candidates based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The tool’s scores are one of the factors we consider when deciding who moves to the next stage of the application process.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.