Co-Op, IT Systems Spring & Summer 2027

Saab•East Syracuse, NY

1d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Saab, Inc. is seeking a motivated IT Systems Co-Op to support the design, documentation, and enhancement of enterprise and development network environments. The role is intended for a student pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related field who is interested in system architecture, network topology, and infrastructure management. The Co-Op will help create and maintain network diagrams, review system access requirements, and recommend ways to support secure and scalable development network operations. The assignment covers the Winter/Spring 2027 term, January through early May, and the Summer 2027 term, May through early August. Both terms are full-time. Compensation is $18.24–$20.27 per hour. Saab offers a sign-on bonus to help offset housing expenses for Co-Op students living outside the typical office commuting distance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen. Saab is a defense and security company with 28,000 employees. In the U.S., it supports the U.S. Armed Forces, the Federal Aviation Administration, and international and commercial partners. The company is headquartered in Syracuse, New York, and has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations. Saab describes diversity as an asset, encourages career advancement and work-life balance, and is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
General understanding of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing concepts, DNS, and VLANs, as well as basic system architecture.
Exposure to diagramming tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io, or similar tools.
Familiarity with Windows or Linux system administration concepts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in technical documentation.
Ability to analyze technical information, organize findings, and present recommendations.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured environment.
Interest in systems-level thinking, infrastructure design, and secure network operations.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Active Directory or identity management concepts.

Responsibilities

Develop, update, and maintain network diagrams and system architecture documentation for development and production environments.
Assist with ongoing vulnerability remediation efforts.
Support evaluations of system access requirements, including documenting user, service, and machine access needs within development networks.
Collaborate with senior IT and Systems Engineering staff to research and recommend network, hardware, and system configuration improvements.
Participate in technical assessments of development environments to ensure alignment with organizational standards and security policies.
Assist with configuring and troubleshooting basic network or system components under guidance, such as VLANs, basic routing, virtual machines, and development lab equipment.
Communicate technical findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Support IT infrastructure and systems engineering projects, including environment upgrades, documentation improvements, and process alignment efforts.