IT Support and Operations Associate

CORAS • Tysons, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CORAS is an AI-native decision intelligence platform purpose-built for the Department of War and federal agencies. We provide high-stakes decision-makers with real-time data, agentic automation, and mission-critical insights across secure environments. At CORAS, we are redefining how the Pentagon and national security leaders govern complex programs, portfolios, and budgets through cutting-edge AI. This Intern-to-Hire opportunity is designed for a recent college graduate or a senior-level student looking to launch a career in Federal Cybersecurity and IT Operations. Working directly with the Director of facility security, this role is critical in CORAS's Cybersecurity Certification efforts, providing a deep dive into the administrative and technical requirements of maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) in a FedRAMP High environment. The associate will bridge the gap between technical infrastructure and the rigorous compliance standards required to protect national security data.

Requirements

• Highly Organized with an "eye for detail" and can manage the administrative rigor required for federal certifications.
• Can translate complex technical processes into actionable written instructions.
• Requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule with on-site presence in McLean, VA.
• Commitment to a part-time schedule (under 35 hours/week) for the initial 4-month duration
• Strong proficiency in organizational tools (Word, SharePoint, Excel/Spreadsheets).
• Recent college graduate or a senior-level student

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of networking
• Strong interest in Cyber Compliance (NIST, FedRAMP, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administrative heavy lifting of cyber assessment processes. You will help gather evidence, track milestones, and ensure our systems meet the criteria for federal ATOs.
• Create and maintain clear SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and internal IT documentation that satisfy strict audit requirements.
• Support the Director with project tracking, IT asset management, and vendor coordination to ensure operational excellence.
• Identify and document technical workflows to ensure all IT systems and security procedures are replicable and audit-ready.
• Utilize foundational networking knowledge to assist in documenting network maps, hardware configurations, and IP schemas as they relate to security boundaries.

Benefits

• Successful performance during this 6-month period can lead to a full-time career at CORAS.
• Hands-on experience with the ATO process and federal cyber assessment frameworks, highly valuable skills in the defense tech sector.
• Work side-by-side with the Director of facility security in a high-growth AI environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees