Cyber & Privacy Intern
About The Position
Leidos is a Fortune 500 science and technology leader delivering innovative solutions in national security, defense, intelligence, civil government, and health. Operating in highly regulated, mission-critical environments, cybersecurity, data privacy, and responsible technology practices are foundational to trust and performance. The Cyber & Privacy Intern will support the Cyber, Privacy, and Emerging Technologies Legal team in advancing the company’s Global Privacy Program. This internship will provide hands-on exposure to data protection, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence governance, and data management issues within a complex government contracting environment. The Intern will work alongside privacy and cybersecurity attorneys and professionals, gaining practical experience in regulatory research, contract support, privacy program operations, and cross-functional collaboration.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Political Science, Public Policy, Business, Computer Science, Legal Studies, or a related field.
- Demonstrated interest in data privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence governance, or technology law.
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
- Privacy and Cyber Regulatory Research Conduct research on U.S. and international privacy and data protection laws and summarize findings for internal stakeholders.
- Monitor developments in privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data governance regulations.
- Assist in preparing briefing materials and internal guidance documents related to emerging regulatory requirements.
- Contract and Data Protection Support Support the review of contract provisions related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection.
- Assist in reviewing and organizing Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), and Data Security Addenda.
- Help track contractual privacy and cybersecurity obligations in coordination with Legal, Contracts, and Supply Chain teams.
- Privacy Program Operations Assist in maintaining privacy compliance documentation, policies, and program resources.
- Support tracking of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) or similar risk assessment activities.
- Help prepare materials related to data governance, AI oversight, and privacy-by-design initiatives.
- Contribute to internal privacy awareness and training initiatives.
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Career Level
Intern
