Cybersecurity Internship

Integration Innovation•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

i3 has a Cybersecurity Internship supporting the Agency Information Management and Software Services (AIMSS) effort. The opportunity is for a student pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field who is interested in cybersecurity principles, solving problems proactively, and learning about security technologies. The intern will receive mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals while assisting with real-world security challenges. The position is expected to last for the duration of Summer 2027, with flexibility to accommodate the student's class schedule. The intern will support cybersecurity initiatives and projects, including monitoring and responding to security incidents, vulnerability scanning, code analysis, security awareness training, and incident response exercises. The role also involves customer and technical support for security awareness and best practices, documenting activity and resolutions, and helping with audits, compliance efforts, and risk assessments. i3 is a 100% team member-owned mid-tier integrator founded in 2007 and headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, with additional offices in Orlando, Florida, and the National Capital Region. The company has over 800 employee-owners and works across national defense disciplines including systems and software engineering, modeling, simulation and training, cybersecurity, digital engineering, enterprise IT, and manufacturing.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, or a related field, at the time of the internship (Summer 2027) or in the immediately following semester (Fall 2027).
Basic computer knowledge or experience.
Basic troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of the Windows operating system.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; an active Secret clearance is required before starting.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Exceptional judgment and relationship management skills.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in discussions and written documents and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
Ability to interact professionally and courteously with diverse customers and staff.
Ability to work under supervision and be accountable for accurate and complete results.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, analyze information, and respond appropriately.
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, provide superior customer service, and multitask.

Responsibilities

Assist with monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents, including providing i3 Team Members with customer service and technical support related to security awareness and best practices.
Help identify and analyze potential security vulnerabilities in supported systems and networks, following industry best practices and security standards.
Assist with security alerts, conduct preliminary investigations, and escalate incidents when necessary.
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 resolutions using ticketing systems.
Support security projects such as vulnerability scanning, code analysis, security awareness training, and incident response exercises.
Manage time and effort across multiple projects while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Perform other cybersecurity-related duties as assigned, which may include assisting with security audits, compliance efforts, and risk assessments.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume