Intern - Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing, organizing, and maintaining security policies, standards, and procedures
Support compliance tracking, audit preparation, and evidence collection activities
Maintain risk registers, control documentation, and governance records
Assist with security awareness and governance-related initiatives
Support data governance and protection efforts including Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Protection, and Insider Risk Management processes
Help review and organize access control, documentation, and compliance-related records
Support reporting, documentation updates, and process improvement initiatives
Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to support ongoing compliance and governance operations

Qualifications

Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Business, Risk Management, or a related field
Strong written communication, analytical, and organizational skills
Attention to detail and ability to manage documentation accurately
Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams
Interest in governance, risk management, audit support, security controls, and compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and CMMC 2.0
Collaborate professionally across teams

Nice-to-Have Skills

Exposure to Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Protection, or Insider Risk Management concepts
Familiarity with cybersecurity governance or compliance processes
Understanding of security policies, audit procedures, or risk assessments
Experience with documentation management
Basic understanding of Microsoft Azure or cloud security concepts

Learning Opportunities

Interns Will Gain Hands-on Experience In Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) operations
Security policy and standards management
Audit readiness and compliance tracking
Risk assessment and control documentation
SOC 2 and CMMC 2.0 aligned governance processes
Data protection and governance initiatives
Microsoft Purview, DLP, Information Protection, and Insider Risk Management concepts
Enterprise cybersecurity and IT governance collaboration

Example Projects

Assisting with audit evidence collection and compliance tracking activities
Organizing and updating cybersecurity policies and governance documentation
Supporting data classification and information protection initiatives
Reviewing shared file access and data governance reporting
Supporting risk register maintenance and control documentation updates
Helping improve documentation consistency and compliance readiness processes

Internship Details

Durability: 3–6 months (flexible)
Pay Range for this position is $22.00-$28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Company Overview

The Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to provide unbiased professional building code compliance services, while enhancing the communities in which we work. At IBTS, our mission is to deliver quality services to meet the challenges of governance at all levels while enhancing public safety, economic development, and the general welfare of the community. Our services include Building and Community Development, Energy and Sustainability Services, Disaster Planning and Recovery, Quality Assurance, as well as Compliance and Risk Monitoring. IBTS is headquartered in Ashburn, VA, with additional offices in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC. We are committed to building a community of experts with diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives who are passionate about our mission. IBTS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that maintains a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. This opportunity is open to Section S3 Residents. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Explore the opportunities!