Security Assistant - Intern

Telos•Ashburn, VA

44d•Onsite

About The Position

The most security-conscious organizations trust Telos Corporation to protect their vital IT assets. The reputation of our company rests on the quality of our solutions and the integrity of our people. Explore what you can bring to our solutions in the areas of cyber, cloud and enterprise security. Be a part of the Telos culture and see what sets us apart! Telos offers an excellent compensation package with benefits that include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401k. Our employees enjoy more than just a great work environment! This position will be based at Ashburn, VA. Responsibilities: The Security Assistant Intern provides clerical and administrative support to the organization’s security operations while assisting with general office administration and mailroom functions. This role is designed for individuals seeking exposure to security-focused environments and administrative workflows. The Intern supports documentation, recordkeeping, front desk coordination, and mail services under supervision, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently completed a high school, vocational, or college program
Interest in security administration, office operations, or government/industrial environments
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Professional communication and customer service skills
Basic computer proficiency (email, word processing, data entry)
Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly
Ability to perform light physical tasks related to mail handling
The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to access sensitive information, which requires US citizenship.
Telos maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct drug testing on all applicants who have accepted an offer of employment.
Telos Corporation participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with Telos will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration ("SSA") and/or the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") of your authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Perform clerical and administrative duties in support of security procedures and requirements
Assist with processing, organizing, and maintaining security-related files, logs, and records
Receive, log, and route security-related documents and requests under supervision
Support data entry, report preparation, and document formatting related to security activities
Assist with setting up and maintaining physical and electronic filing systems
Shred and properly dispose of sensitive or confidential documents according to policy
Receive telephone calls and visitors related to security inquiries and route appropriately
Support preparation and tracking of routine security correspondence and forms
Maintain confidentiality and follow established security and workplace procedures
Work in controlled or secured office environments as required
Assist with escorting non-Telos personnel as needed
Handle incoming calls, emails, and general communications
Greet visitors and assist with reception and front desk coverage
Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings, and events
Perform data entry and update paperwork and internal databases
Prepare correspondence, proofread documents, and assist with word processing
Help maintain office common areas, supplies, and equipment
Perform general clerical duties and administrative errands as assigned
Collect, sort, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and packages
Prepare outgoing shipments by weighing, labeling, and metering mail
Operate postage meters and maintain daily postage usage records
Process deliveries from courier services and coordinate internal distribution
Assist with preparing bulk mailings (folding, inserting, sealing)
Maintain mailroom supplies and inventory
Make occasional supervised trips to the Post Office for special mail handling