Cybersecurity Internship Summer 2027 - Threat

Tevora; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time Off

Vibrant work culture

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Tevora is seeking participants for its Cybersecurity Consultant Development Program (Summer) in Fairfax, VA or Irvine, CA. This immersive paid internship trains you to become a full-time Information Security Associate through hands-on labs, real client engagements, and mentorship.

You'll gain experience in penetration testing, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, while developing both technical and professional skills for a fast-growing consulting

Qualifications

• Foundational familiarity with networking, troubleshooting, and business concepts.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in a 4-year program.
• IT/Cybersecurity certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and business skills to perform billable work quickly.
• Learn about industry certifications and standards like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001.
• Observe and assist with penetration testing and social engineering projects.
• Plan and execute technical delivery plans and gather requirements.
• Document procedures and provide insights into the technologies involved.
• Assist consultants with client engagements.

Skills

Networking concepts

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Learning aptitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree or current 4-year university enrollment

IT/Cybersecurity certifications a plus

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Consultant Development Program (Summer)

at Tevora

Irvine, CA, and Fairfax, VA - DC Local

(Summer): Ouranticipated dates for this cohort willbe May 31 - August 6

If you haven't heard of Tevora, it's because we've done our job!

Tevora is a tight-knit community of professionals with a shared passion for our craft. Every day, we combine in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity, technology, and compliance to help create more secure digital environments. To Tevorans, every problem is a puzzle in need of solving. We strongly believe that if we put smart, driven people in a room together, they will accomplish great things. We maintain a supportive culture that celebrates continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and sharing the wins. That's why we have our eyes on you.

WhatistheCybersecurity Consultant DevelopmentProgram?

Our Cybersecurity Consultant Development Program is an immersive paid-training internship program designed to help participants strengthen the technical and professional skills needed to enter the workforce as a full-time Information Security Associate.

Security Practice Area:Threat (TRT)

• Participate in Internal and External network penetration tests
• Participate in Web application penetration tests
• Study penetration testing methodologies and spend time in training labs
• Shadowing of penetration testers and learning in real-world scenarios
• Remediation validation and reporting support
• Writing executive and technical summaries of test results and activities
• Communication of test status and findings with clients
• Complete other tasks as assigned by your assigned Mentor or Team Lead

What’sthe Role?

TheDeveloping Consultant (DC)is an up-and-coming part of the client-facing consulting team. DCsare responsible forhelping in conducting project delivery activities based on their selected Tevora Information Security practice areas, including Enterprise Risk, Compliance, Solutions Implementation, and Threat Research. Interns are expected to continually develop their skills through personal development and Information Security industry participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop technical and business skillsrequiredto perform billable work on projects as quickly as possible
• Learn about industry-standard certifications and their benefits
• Learn about National and International standards and frameworks like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
• Observeimplementations of Enterprise Security Solutions
• Observeand help with internal and external penetration testing and social engineering projects
• Plan technical execution plans to meet business requirements
• Gather requirements to complete execution plans
• Execute on previously designed plans
• Document execution procedures andprovideprofessional insights into the technologies involved
• Assist Consultants with client engagements

Necessary skills and qualifications:

Every DC at Tevora is a technologist at heart but understands the critical intersection between business and technology. Foundationally, the ideal candidate will have basic familiarity with:

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

Abilities:

• Multi-tasking and time management skills
• Dynamic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent writing both expository and technical documentation
• Intermediate working knowledge of Excel and Word
• Self-starter who likes to tinker and learn on their own

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent) orcurrentlyenrolled at an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent)
• IT, Cybersecurity, and Information Security certifications a plus

Additionalrequirements:

• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Required to work onsite at our Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA, location.

We'vegot you covered!

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

$27 - $27 an hour

Thank you for your interest in our Consultant Development Program (CDP). If you are selected for this program, you will become a Developing Consultant with us. This opportunity will challenge and motivate both your aptitude and attitude in Cyber Security. Successful completion of our program as a Developing Consultant may lead to a full-time offer as an entry-level Information Security Associate.

EEOC Statement

Tevora is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.