Cybersecurity Internship with Security Clearance

About the Role

Internship opportunity supporting the Agency Information Management and Software Services (AIMSS) effort. This position is expected to last the duration of Summer 2027, with flexibility available to accommodate class schedules. The intern will receive mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals while assisting with real-world security challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support for cybersecurity initiatives by assisting in monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents.
• Provide customer service and technical support to i3 Team Members related to security awareness and best practices.
• Assist in identifying and analyzing potential security vulnerabilities within supported systems and networks.
• Assist in responding to security alerts, conducting preliminary investigations, and escalating incidents.
• Follow up with users and internal stakeholders on security-related requests, updates, and resolutions.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of security documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Record events, incidents, and their resolution using ticketing systems.
• Gain hands-on experience supporting ongoing security projects, such as vulnerability scanning, code analysis, security awareness training, and incident response exercises.
• Deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment by managing time and effort across multiple projects.
• Perform other cybersecurity-related duties as assigned, including assisting with security audits, compliance efforts, and risk assessments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, or a related field at an accredited college/university at the time of the internship (Summer 2027) or the semester immediately following (Fall 2027).
• Basic computer knowledge/experience.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of Windows Operating System.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• An Active Secret clearance is required prior to start.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work with supervision and have accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail-oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.