System Administrator Intern

About the position

Do you want to learn more about Cyber Security in an exciting fast-paced and friendly environment? The Information Assurance team is looking for the right candidate who will participate as a summer Intern and will be introduced to Information Assurance, which will include: Discovering and detecting security alerts/events, Assessing and Prioritizing Compliance, Building reports and dashboards, and learning and using several cybersecurity applications and tools. There is so much more to a career in cybersecurity than the stereotypical images of hackers and overworked IT professionals. Our mission at Leidos is to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through information technology. Come join us for a rewarding experience alongside talented cyber professionals who can help you achieve your career goals!

Responsibilities

• Lead a start-to-finish project ending with a presentation as part of the internship.
• Work under the supervision and direction of senior members of the Information Assurance team.
• Participate in the assessment and prioritization of security alerts identified in the environment.
• Assist with the design and implementation of dashboards and data visualizations for system owners.
• Identify, design, and drive automation projects for vulnerability management tasks.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to participate in security projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related degree, and have completed at least three years of an undergraduate curriculum and maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Basic understanding of computer networks, systems, and how they interact.
• Organized and self-directed.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and skills through on-the-job training and self-directed learning, including researching.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Understanding of Windows OS.
• This position requires US citizenship and an active Secret clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with any cyber security tools.
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks.
• Any Professional Certifications.
• Experience with vulnerability management scoring methodologies.
• Experience with application security frameworks.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health and Wellness programs.
• Income Protection.
• Paid Leave.
• Retirement.