Leidos · 21 hours ago
Cloud Cybersecurity Intern
Reston, VA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$48K/yr - $87K/yrLeidos is offering an exciting opportunity for a Cloud Cybersecurity Intern to join our exceptional MDEC Cloud team. In this role, you will collaborate with cloud engineers and IT professionals to perform basic cyber analysis and assist in implementing security measures for cloud systems.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Motivated self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of creating detailed technical reports on analytic findings
Reviews DoD intelligence to identify potential threats
Conducts basic cloud-level cyber analysis of potential events
Performs vulnerability, risk, and threat analysis
Executes other cloud-related duties as assigned
Tracks and manages STIG checklists across various operating systems and applications
Assists in implementing STIG configurations
Manages ACAS vulnerability reports and performs remediation as required
Ensures compliance with periodic SCAP and STIG requirements to harden servers
Conducts ongoing vulnerability, risk, and threat assessments
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in a degree program from an accredited college/university in a related field of study
Familiarity with Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems
Strong problem-solving skills
Knowledge of web application security
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management methodologies
Excellent communication and decision-making skills
Comprehensive knowledge of corrective action management and auditing principles
Demonstrates a personal commitment to safety and quality
Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Solid understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, system administration, and common security elements
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred
Knowledge of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) directives and policies and procedures pertaining to sensitive information
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
Founded in 1969
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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