Cybersecurity Internship Summer 2027 - Payments

UP CAP; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time Off

Vibrant work culture

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

UP CAP is seeking an entry-level Information Security Associate to join its Consultant Development Program in the United States. You will build foundational technical and business skills, support security engagements, and learn about certifications and standards such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA and ISO 27001.

Onsite opportunities are available in Fairfax, VA and Irvine, CA. The program offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and a path to full-time roles in security consulting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or current enrollment in IT/Cybersecurity program.
• IT/Cybersecurity certifications are a plus.
• Foundational familiarity with networking and server concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and business skills required to perform billable work on projects promptly.
• Learn about industry-standard certifications and their benefits.
• Understand PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 standards and frameworks.
• Observe implementations of Enterprise Security Solutions.
• Assist with internal and external penetration testing and social engineering projects.
• Plan and execute technical plans to meet business requirements.
• Gather requirements and document execution procedures with professional insights into involved technologies.
• Support Consultants with client engagements.

Skills

Networking

Troubleshooting

Server administration

Excel

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Independent learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

IT certifications

Cybersecurity certifications

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop technical and business skills required to perform billable work on projects promptly
• Learn about industry-standard certifications and their benefits
• Understand National and International standards and frameworks such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
• Observe implementations of Enterprise Security Solutions
• Assist with internal and external penetration testing and social engineering projects
• Plan and execute technical plans to meet business requirements
• Gather requirements and document execution procedures with professional insights into involved technologies
• Support Consultants with client engagements

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have foundational familiarity with:

• Networking concepts including firewalls, routers, switches, and DNS
• Computer troubleshooting and server systems administration
• Business planning and accounting
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks is a plus

Required abilities include:

• Multi-tasking and time management skills
• Dynamic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills for both expository and technical documentation
• Intermediate proficiency with Excel and Word
• Self-starter attitude with a passion for independent learning and tinkering

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year university or military equivalent, or current enrollment in such a program
• IT, Cybersecurity, and Information Security certifications are a plus

Additional requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to work onsite at Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA locations

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Sick Time Off
• Vibrant work culture
• Career advancement opportunities

Career Progression

Successful completion of the Consultant Development Program as a Developing Consultant may lead to a full-time position as an entry-level Information Security Associate.