IT System Administrator Intern

Air Combat Effectiveness Consulting • Lexington Park, MD

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The IT System Administrator Intern supports enterprise IT operations across a hybrid environment consisting of Microsoft Azure cloud services and on-premises infrastructure. This internship provides hands-on experience in system administration, networking, and cybersecurity practices within a CMMC Level 2–compliant organization.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, routing).
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems.
• Interest in cloud technologies, especially Microsoft Azure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented processes.
• Ability to operate within a defense-contractor environment following strict security guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Linux operating systems.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Azure administration tools.
• Experience with scripting languages or automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering Windows Server systems and Azure resources.
• Support troubleshooting of networks, switches, firewalls, and connectivity issues under supervision.
• Monitor system performance, updates, patch cycles, and compliance reporting.
• Help maintain IT documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines.
• Support enforcement of CMMC Level 2 controls (MFA, auditing, logging, vulnerability management).
• Assist with user account provisioning, access troubleshooting, and secure system configuration.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed