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Security Architecture Intern, Google Public Sector, Summer 2025

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Security Architecture Intern, Google Public Sector, Summer 2025

Reston, VA

Minimum qualifications:

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree or post secondary or training experience with a focus on subjects in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or other related fields.
  • Experience in security architectures for cloud computing.
  • Experience in cyber security domains.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Currently attending a degree program in the US and available to work full time for 12-14 weeks outside of university term time.
  • Penultimate academic year or returning to a degree program after completion of the internship.
  • Experience working in zero trust, security assessments, compliance, or similar.
  • Familiar with fundamentals of cloud computing, operating systems, e.g., Linux.

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About the job

Join us for a unique 12-14 week paid internship that offers personal and professional development, an executive speaker series, and community-building. As a Security Architect, you will help develop and oversee on-premise and cloud computing strategies for our customers, as well as responding to on-premises and cloud-related breaches.

Google Public Sector brings the magic of Google to the mission of government and education with solutions purpose-built for enterprises. We focus on helping United States public sector institutions accelerate their digital transformations, and we continue to make significant investments and grow our team to meet the complex needs of local, state and federal government and educational institutions.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000-$113,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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Responsibilities

  • Create and support a productive and innovative team including working with peers, managers, and teams.
  • Provide guidance on building and/or maturing cybersecurity architectures and the implementation of tools and technologies used for enterprise security.
  • Evaluate cloud solutions, coordinate design for a solution, and clearly communicate the value proposition of complex and highly technical subjects.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within customer accounts, including technical and business decision-makers.

Client-provided location(s): Reston, VA, USA
Job ID: Google-132295171290079942
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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