Office of IT , Cybersecurity Intern

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is seeking candidates for a paid, full-time, 6-month internship within its Information Technology Branch - Cybersecurity Section. This internship is designed for individuals interested in both the technical (software) and policy aspects of cybersecurity. The intern will support cybersecurity initiatives within the agency, working alongside the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Information System Security Officer (ISSO), and other IT security personnel.

Requirements

60 credit hours in Education, Communication, Computer Programming or other related field.
Must consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check.
Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Nice To Haves

Attention to detail
Strong analytical and diagnostic skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Eagerness to learn and has the ability to learn independently
Excellent presentation and communication skills to effectively communicate with management and customers
Ability to clearly articulate complex concepts (both written and verbal)
Effective time management skills

Responsibilities

Provide support to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Information System Security Officer (ISSO), and other security and IT personnel within information technology.
Monitor threats and vulnerabilities using agency-approved tools and follow standard operating procedures to track and mitigate them.
Support completing the MSDE Cybersecurity Program policies, such as Risk Management Policy, Audit and Accountability Policy, etc.
Assist in document compilation relevant to creating the Authorization to Operate package with the guidance of ISSO and/or CISO.
Assist with managing MSDE’s Privacy program, including supporting documentation (FIPS-199s).
Support ISSO in tracking Annual Security Awareness training for all employees in the agency and in material development for the Security Champions program.