WHAT YOU'LL DO

This is a Co-op position within BCG´s Information Security Risk Management team. The role of Information Security includes protecting intellectual property that is critical to BCG and our clients, protecting BCG´s brand reputation by securing our environment and data from disclosure as well as protecting people, processes and technology of all systems owned and operated by BCG. The Information Security Co-Op works with security, Risk, IT, and business services teams inside BCG to secure enterprise information by evaluating security requirements; planning, implementing, and testing security systems; participate in Risk and IT projects representing information security; assisting in the preparation of security standards, policies, procedures, and risk assessments; and providing information security guidance.

Some Co-op responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform first level analysis of existing and proposed applications and systems to identify threats and risks

Suggest alternative security mitigations or compensating controls to allow for business to continue while protecting BCG’s assets

Develop and enhance security checklists and procedures

Assist in the creation, maintenance, and delivery of the information security technology strategy and roadmap

Participate in the configuration, implementation, monitoring, and support of security software and systems that will help ensure compliance with regulatory, industry, and corporate guidelines, policies, and procedures

YOU'RE GOOD AT

Logical thinking and analysis to review business and information security requirements, consider potential vulnerabilities and exploits, and help determine risk.

Researching, analyzing, and understanding new technologies in the field of information technology and information management.

Documenting and communicating the results of your analysis.

Methodical troubleshooting

Working with a team

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled in Northeastern University and approved by the university to participate in the January to June 2025 co-op cycle
Broad understanding of information technology including concepts of operating systems, databases, and networks, with detailed knowledge of some specific operating systems, databases, and networks.
Previous experience in writing software and with scripting languages.
Previous experience in information security and use of information security tools is desirable but not required.

YOU'LL WORK WITH

You will work under the guidance of an experienced information security architect, working directly with a variety of teams consisting of information security and risk professionals, information technology professionals, and business service delivery professionals.

WHO WE ARE

BCG pioneered strategy consulting more than 50 years ago, and we continue to innovate and redefine the industry. We offer multiple career paths for the world’s best talent to have a real impact on business and society. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and where we are headed next. We count on your authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. In return we are committed to supporting you in discovering the most fulfilling career journey possible—and unlocking your potential to advance the world. Our team called Global Services (GS) provides corporate support to business areas such as Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing and IT. This diverse team of experts, operators and specialists represent all levels from Partner to entry level staff, operating across the globe in multiple countries. Global Services is in short, the backbone of BCG.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

BCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of administering all employment decisions and actions without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.