Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

CAI is a global services firm that provides technology and professional services to public and commercial sector clients. The Cybersecurity Analyst Intern will support security assessments, compliance initiatives, security testing, remediation activities, and security control implementation while working alongside experienced cybersecurity professionals.

What you'll do:

• Support and perform security assessment and accreditation activities for IT systems and applications, including security and compliance audits, risk assessments, security plans, and system testing and evaluation
• Support and conduct verification and validation security testing
• Review and document policy, incident response, and remediation gaps
• Collaborate with senior cybersecurity professionals to develop action plans for compliance-related findings and recommendations
• Document and maintain data used to support remediation activities
• Provide support for security control implementation
• Support the maintenance of security policies and procedures
• Assist with testing security controls to confirm system protections are operating effectively

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree
• Junior status with 3.5 GPA or higher
• Able to meet established deadlines
• Works well in a team environment
• Technical aptitude to quickly grasp and understand system functionality
• Attention to detail
• Ability to document procedures and take notes
• IT network or systems administration experience
• Foundational understanding of networking and operating system fundamentals (TCP/IP, Windows, and Linux)
• Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity through coursework, clubs, competitions (such as CTFs), or personal projects​
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc

Benefits:

• Possibility of remote work for certain client and CAI activities
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement account access
• Paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law