CDTR - Cyber Defense & Engineering Consulting Intern - Co-Op Fall 2026

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level
Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

In identity and access management at PwC, you will focus on confirming secure and efficient access to systems and data for employees and/or clients. Your work will involve the design and implementation of strategies to protect sensitive information and manage user identities.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team's success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Cyber Defense & Engineering Consulting Co-Op Intern, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic field of cybersecurity, focusing on Identity and Access Management. Within our Advisory practice, you will engage with clients to support their cybersecurity needs, gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to client projects, enhancing your understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and practices.

As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects and performing basic tasks, all while observing and learning from experienced professionals. This role emphasizes a learning mindset, encouraging you to ask questions, take initiative, and develop your personal brand. You will have the opportunity to gather information, analyze data, and contribute to the success of your team.

In this role, you will be part of a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills and knowledge to real-world challenges. You will be encouraged to appreciate diverse perspectives and develop habits that sustain performance. This is an opportunity to build commercial awareness and understand how the business operates, setting the foundation for your future career in cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

- Supporting cybersecurity teams in implementing identity and access management solutions
- Participating in the development and maintenance of network identity management systems
- Assisting in the evaluation and enhancement of cybersecurity measures and protocols
- Engaging in vulnerability management and IT infrastructure assessments
- Contributing to the design and documentation of access control models and systems
- Collaborating with team members to manage user access rights and authorization compliance
- Learning and applying encryption technologies and identity-based encryption techniques
- Observing and participating in cybersecurity consulting projects to gain practical experience
- Gathering and analyzing information to support cybersecurity initiatives and strategies
- Developing technical documentation to support cybersecurity processes and systems

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application. Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school. Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school. This role is six months in duration and traditionally has start dates in January and June.

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating knowledge in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Utilizing skills in Network Identity Management and Identity Federation
- Engaging in Cybersecurity and Vulnerability Management practices
- Applying IT Infrastructure and Access Control Models knowledge
- Participating in Authorization Compliance and User Access Rights Management
- Excelling in Security Awareness and Encryption Technologies

Travel Requirements
Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: ;br>
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For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.