Security Intern - 2026

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions • Sterling, VA

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About The Position

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Security Intern - 2026 Nightwing is seeking a Security Intern who will be assisting the Security Leads with duties related to successful execution of three key security projects/activities supporting user access and security processes. The candidate will assist the team in operational tasks related to day-to-day support of security standard job functions and the creation of process flows and training. The candidate will also assist with the daily, weekly and monthly reports and provide support to achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), tracking both production support and project related activities. All this, while gaining experiencing in the grass roots design, maintenance and application of the security architecture for customer and corporate functions. Above all, the successful candidate will be energetic, have an excellent work ethic, and possess a desire & ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a degree program related to security discipline, with expected graduation date
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Time Management: utilize excellent time management and project management skills to consistently meet deadlines, prioritize tasks appropriately, and delegate when appropriate. Must be able to multitask – demonstrating the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving: Must display the ability to effectively prioritize workload on multiple projects simultaneously and accept changes with short notice and tolerate frequent interruptions
• Critical thinking: must display strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical capabilities when interacting with clients, direct reports, managers, peers, and stakeholders
• Communication: must be able to listen carefully to accurately gather facts and figures from clients, managers, peers, and stakeholders. Must also be able to clearly articulate the results of your work and present their findings in written reports. Must be able to organize, facilitate, and collaborate within cross-functional teams – demonstrating a collaborative mindset and ability to work with varying and changing needs
• Attention to detail: must pay strong attention to detail in order to be able to keep information accurate and organized while utilizing skills and knowledge to quickly learn about the project
• Computer literacy: need to be able to use computer-based tools to work effectively. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, & Word), Adobe or related software

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative 3.5 GPA desired
• Experience leading a team project
• Involvement in school or community activities

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Security Leads with duties related to successful execution of three key security projects/activities supporting user access and security processes.
• Assisting the team in operational tasks related to day-to-day support of security standard job functions and the creation of process flows and training.
• Assisting with the daily, weekly and monthly reports and provide support to achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), tracking both production support and project related activities.
• Gaining experiencing in the grass roots design, maintenance and application of the security architecture for customer and corporate functions.

What This Job Offers

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