Remote Cybersecurity DLP Intern

Booz Allen; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking an Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Intern for Summer 2027 in the United States. You will support internal data protection operations within a Cyber Fusion Center, helping with policy management, incident analysis, and data classification initiatives.

You will gain hands-on experience with DLP tools and processes, mentor from experienced analysts, and opportunities to apply academic learning in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection concepts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Analytics, or Data Science by December 2028.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compiling monthly and quarterly DLP metrics, including blocks, alerts, and incidents into executive-ready summaries
• Assist in testing detection rules in a sandbox or non-prod environment before production rollout
• Assist in triaging low-severity DLP alerts following documented escalation criteria
• Assist in researching false-positive vs true-positive determination logic and review DLP policies to identify outdated or redundant rules
• Document lessons learned from tuning exercises or migration evaluations
• Assist with data classification initiatives and user awareness activities
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on emerging data protection threats and best practices
• Grow communication and technical skills by partnering with senior analysts and presenting findings in team reviews

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Data protection concepts

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Analytics, or Data Science by December 2028

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Trellix

Job description

Booz Allen is seeking an Enterprise Cybersecurity Data Loss Prevention Intern for Summer 2027 in the United States. You will support internal data protection operations within a Cyber Fusion Center, helping with policy management, incident analysis, and data classification initiatives.

You will gain hands-on experience with DLP tools and processes, mentor from experienced analysts, and opportunities to apply academic learning in a real-world setting.