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Data Governance Lead roles on CPT require your coursework to directly cover data management, compliance frameworks, or information architecture. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the position must be an integral part of your degree program, not supplementary work experience.
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Cybersecurity & AI/Data Governance Intern
- 50294
- Remote, United States
- Full Time
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Cybersecurity & AI/Data Governance Intern to bridge the gap between security compliance and engineering. In this role you will assist in the design, audit, and implement technical guardrails that protect our infrastructure and govern our data and AI systems.
This position is ideal for an engineer who understands full-stack architectures, infrastructure-as-code, and systems administration, and wants to apply those skills to modern security engineering, Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), and secure AI deployment.
By the conclusion of this internship, you will progress beyond basic compliance tasks and actively contribute to the development of solutions addressing enterprise security and AI needs. Through your work, you will gain practical experience in implementing automated identity lifecycle management, conducting security audits for both cloud and on-premises infrastructures, and establishing data governance policies that enable the secure expansion of AI initiatives.
Profile: Cybersecurity & AI / Data Governance Intern
Department: Information Security
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identity Governance & Secure Architecture
- Audit and refine RBAC permissions across all platforms.
- Integrate and modernize Identity Providers using OIDC/SAML for secure access.
- Develop secure, reusable infrastructure templates with Terraform, Ansible, or AWS CDK to meet compliance standards.
Systems Security & Infrastructure Integrity
- Harden enterprise Linux and containerized environments.
- Configure firewall, VLANs, and network protocols to segment development, production, and HPC environments.
- Monitor logs and patch systems to address vulnerabilities.
AI & Data Governance Frameworks
- Define data workflows and ensure privacy and retention in data pipelines (LDAP/ZFS).
- Set security controls for Vision-Language Models and vector searches to prevent unauthorized data/model access.
- Oversee GPU resources and enforce usage policies to support compliance.
Preferred Technical Experience
- Languages: Python, TypeScript, Java/Kotlin, or C/C++.
- Identity & Networking: Understanding of OIDC, SAML, LDAP, TCP/IP, DNS, and Firewalls.
- Infrastructure & DevOps: Practical experience with Linux systems administration (RHEL preferred), virtualization/containers (Docker, Kubernetes, Proxmox), and CI/CD automation (GitHub Actions, Ansible, Terraform).
- Database & Storage: Familiarity with caching layers (Redis/Valkey), structured/unstructured databases (SQL, MongoDB), and redundant storage file systems (ZFS).
Compensation Range:
$0.01 - $0.00
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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Get Access To All JobsData Governance Lead CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Governance Lead role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in data management, information systems, or compliance frameworks. Your DSO will evaluate whether the role is an integral part of your curriculum, not just a tangential work experience. Roles involving data stewardship, policy enforcement, or metadata governance typically map well to business analytics, information management, or computer science programs. Document the connection explicitly in your CPT request.
Can I work as a Data Governance Lead on part-time CPT while still taking classes?
Yes, part-time CPT allows up to 20 hours per week and keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact. Many governance lead roles in large organizations have structured project workloads that can accommodate part-time schedules, especially during the scoping or documentation phases. Confirm the weekly hour commitment with your employer before your DSO submits the CPT authorization, since part-time versus full-time CPT affects your future OPT usage.
How do I find Data Governance Lead jobs that accept F-1 CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for Data Governance Lead openings filtered by CPT-compatible employers. Many governance roles sit in financial services, healthcare, and technology firms that regularly work with F-1 students on CPT. Look for job postings that list data stewardship, data quality, or compliance responsibilities, since those align most directly with CPT-eligible academic programs and are most likely to have a DSO-documentable curriculum connection.
What O*NET occupation code applies to Data Governance Lead roles?
Data Governance Lead positions most commonly fall under O*NET occupation codes for Computer and Information Systems Managers or Database Administrators and Architects, depending on how the employer defines the role. Checking the O*NET profile for your specific job title helps you confirm whether the listed tasks match your coursework, which strengthens your CPT justification when your DSO reviews the role.
Will working full-time on CPT as a Data Governance Lead affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. More than 12 months of full-time CPT used before graduation eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, and especially if you're targeting STEM OPT for an additional 24 months, track your full-time CPT usage carefully. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not affect OPT eligibility, so structuring longer engagements as part-time can protect your post-graduation work authorization.