Cybersecurity Internship Winter 2027 - Federal

Tevora
Fairfax, VA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with foundational IT and cybersecurity knowledge who are eager to work in the federal sector and collaborate closely with consultants.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with foundational IT skills and interest in federal compliance frameworks
    — “Work with organizations connected to the Federal Government”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative, client-facing consulting environments
    — “DCs are responsible for helping in conducting project delivery activities based on their selected Tevora Information Security practice areas”
  • Students or recent graduates pursuing a bachelor's degree in IT or related fields
    — “Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent) or currently enrolled at an accredited 4-year university”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence is mandatory at either Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA locations
    — “Required to work onsite at our Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA, location”
  • Limited remote flexibility despite potential for skill development and training
    — “Our Cybersecurity Consultant Development Program is an immersive paid-training internship program”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with federal compliance standards like FISMA and FedRAMP on your resume
    — “develop and maintain information security programs that adhere to the standards of the Federal Government”
  • Demonstrate ability to plan and execute technical execution plans in interviews
    — “Plan technical execution plans to meet business requirements”
  • Show evidence of self-directed learning and technical curiosity in your application materials
    — “Self-starter who likes to tinker and learn on their own”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • conduct assessments
  • develop governance programs
  • provide general advisory services
Typical background
basic familiarity with networking conceptsinterest in cybersecurity

Skills & requirements

Required

Networking ConceptsComputer TroubleshootingServer Systems AdministrationTechnical Execution Plans

Preferred

Industry-standard Certifications

Stack & domain

CybersecurityInformation SecurityCompliancePenetration TestingSocial EngineeringNetworkingFirewallsRoutersSwitchesDNSServer Systems AdministrationPci-dssHIPAAISO 27001TeamworkProblem-solvingCommunicationAttention To DetailLeadership

About the role

Original posting from Tevora via Lever

Consultant Development Program (Winter)

at Tevora

Irvine, CA, and Fairfax, VA - DC Local

(Winter): Our anticipated dates for this cohort will be January 25 - April 2

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.

What is the Cybersecurity Consultant Development Program?   

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: Federal (FED) 

Work with organizations connected to the Federal Government, such as defense contractors, financial institutions, and telecommunication systems, to develop and maintain information security programs that adhere to the standards of the Federal Government. 

Conduct assessments, develop Governance programs, and provide General Advisory Services to help navigate Federal Government standards, including: 

Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) 

Federal Risk Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) 

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 

North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) 

New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) Cybersecurity Maturity Model (CMMC)State Risk Authorization 

Management Program (StateRAMP) 

What’s the Role? 

The Developing Consultant (DC) is an up-and-coming part of the client-facing consulting team. DCs are responsible for helping 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 skills required to 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 

Observe implementations of Enterprise Security Solutions 

Observe and 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 and provide professional 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) or currently enrolled at an accredited 4-year university (or Military equivalent) 

IT, Cybersecurity, and Information Security certifications a plus 

Additional requirements: 

Eligibility to work in the United States. 

Required to work onsite at our Fairfax, VA, or Irvine, CA, location. 

We've got you covered! 

Paid Sick Time Off 

Vibrant work culture 

Career advancement opportunities 

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.

Source: Tevora careers (Lever)

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