Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Internship – Winter 2027

UHY LLP

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

UHY LLP is seeking an intern to join our Technology, Risk, and Compliance (TRC) practice in Iowa. You will support cybersecurity risk assessments, compliance reviews, and control evaluations for clients across diverse industries, under supervision.

The role offers exposure to NIST CSF, 800-53, 800-171, CMMC, and PCI DSS within a professional services environment. The internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and practical security testing activities, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

0–1 year of relevant experience.
Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, including access control, vulnerability management, networking, endpoint security, and best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Assist with technology and cybersecurity risk assessments for clients across industries.
Support evaluation of client environments against frameworks and control requirements.
Review and organize client documentation (policies, procedures, inventories, evidence).
Document assessment results, risks, and recommendations clearly and professionally.