Security Intern

Trace3 is hiring a Security Intern in Irvine, CA. When: Summer 2027. Posted November 13, 2026. Checked against the employer's posting on November 15, 2026.

Back to jobs New Security Intern Irvine, CA, United States Apply Who is Trace3? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients.

Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment.

We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner.

We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results.

We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency.

We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success.

We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. JOB SUMMARY: As part of the Trace3xperience Program, the Security Intern will be offered an opportunity to integrate into Trace3's AI Security practice within Security Solutions.

The practice helps enterprise clients adopt and scale AI securely, including AI models, applications, agents, data, and the pipelines and platforms they run on.

The Tracer will be exposed to AI security assessment, strategy, architecture, and design engagements with a client base anchored in the Fortune 1000 space.

This internship is designed as a path into the Trace3 Service Delivery Organization. The objective is for the Tracer to become delivery-ready, meaning able to contribute to a client engagement under the supervision of more senior delivery consultants, by the end of the program.

Internships typically run through the summer term and are frequently extended to three to four months, at which point Tracers who are delivery-ready are staffed on AI Security engagements within the Service Delivery Organization.

Tracers in this program will receive accelerated professional development, exposure to all technical functions of an IT consulting organization, world-class mentoring, and unique networking opportunities across the organization.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN: You can expect to learn, at an appropriate level, the same body of work our AI Security consultants practice every day. Under the guidance of senior consultants and the Security leadership team, you will progress from structured learning and lab work, to shadowing and contributing on pre sales and delivery engagements, to owning defined work products yourself.

Along the way you will learn: • How enterprise AI programs are built and where they break: the architecture of AI models, applications, agents, data, and the pipelines and platforms they run on, and how security applies at each layer.

• Trace3's AI security assessment methodology, from discovery and evidence collection through control mapping, findings development, and executive readout, by supporting live client engagements under consultant supervision.

• Hands-on experience in Trace3 and vendor labs with the technologies that operationalize AI security, including AI security posture management, LLM gateways and guardrails, AI runtime protection, agent identity and authorization, model registries and AI supply chain controls, and AI-aware data security.

• How to apply AI security and Trustworthy AI frameworks and standards, including NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, OWASP Top 10 for LLM and Agentic Applications, MITRE ATLAS, and CSA AI controls, and how they connect to foundational cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and MITRE ATT&CK.

• The AI platforms and native AI security capabilities of the major cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP), and how clients actually deploy AI on them.

• Emerging AI security problems, including trustworthy agents, agent-to-agent trust and delegation, non-human identity, and AI resilience, by contributing research and analysis to Trace3's point of view and solution plays.

• How to translate technical AI security findings into business language for CISO-, CIO-, and executive-level audiences, and how to produce clear, well-structured client deliverables, documentation, and presentations.

• How a technology consulting business works, including engagement scoping, statements of work, the handoff from Sales to Solutions to Delivery, and how Trace3 works with its OEM and technology partners.

Trace3 provides a dynamic learning environment and hands-on experience in developing and implementing strategies, programs, and technical solutions. We empower our customers to move from Trustworthy AI principles to practices, fulfilling on our commitment to propel our clients up the innovation curve and delivering on our belief that “All Possibilities Live In Technology.

” ELIGIBILITY AND PREFERRED SKILLS: Eligibility and required skills • Enrollment in the Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate program, or in a Master's program, at an accredited college or university, in computer science, cybersecurity, information security, software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence / machine learning, or a closely related technical discipline.

Graduate students in AI or security programs are strongly encouraged to apply. • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better; People and Organizational Health may require a copy of the applicant's transcript.

• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, including identity and access management, network, cloud, and application security, gained through coursework, labs, certifications, or projects.

• Foundational understanding of how machine learning and large language models work, including training and inference, prompting, embeddings and retrieval, and agents and tool use, gained through coursework or projects.

• Working proficiency in Python and comfort with scripting, APIs, and the command line. • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction on given assignments.

• Self-motivated individual with a customer mindset and desire to help people. • Enthusiasm for technical problem solving with attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to learn and research in a dynamic and engaging environment. • Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the internship; availability to extend beyond the summer term is preferred.

Preferred skills and experience • Hands-on exposure to at least one major cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP) and its AI services. • Experience building or securing an LLM application or AI agent through a class project, hackathon, personal project, research, or open-source contribution.

• Familiarity with one or more of NIST AI RMF, OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, MITRE ATLAS, or NIST CSF. • Entry-level certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), or a cloud fundamentals certification from AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Participation in capture-the-flag competitions, security or AI clubs, AI red-teaming exercises, or academic research in security or AI. • Prior academic, professional, or internship experience in a technical or consulting setting.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs.

The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range $18 - $28 USD The Perks • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability • Competitive Compensation • Training and development programs • Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages • Collaborative and cool culture • Work-life balance and generous paid time off Our Commitment At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people.

We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email recruiting@trace3.

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