Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern
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Job description
Penn State University is hiring a Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern — a part-time, based in University Park, PA role. Apply directly on Penn State University's careers page below.
Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern
Location: Penn State University Park
Time Type: Part time
Job Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
We are searching for an undergraduate student to join our Cybersecurity Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. Information Technology Services provides ARL’s administrative and research computing environments and capabilities, delivering secure, responsive, efficient, effective, and compliant IT services and operations to meet the demanding needs of ARL’s leading edge research.
This position will assist our unclassified cybersecurity assurance team in compliance and operations. The student will be responsible for all tier 1 compliance, audit, and continuous monitoring tasks. Additionally, they will get the opportunity to assist senior level analysts on larger scale projects focused on automation and threat identification.
Typical duties include:
Compliance enforcement
SIEM configuration and security administration
Vulnerability Management
Audit and security checks
Automation and process improvement
Compliance documentation updates
Technical writing in policy, process, and procedures
Hardware and Software reviews
Students studying within the field of Information and Cyber Security, Information Science and Technology, or computer science/engineering are encouraged to apply.
Experience with the following is preferred:
Familiarity with defensive cyber tools such as Firewalls, SIEM, XDR/EDR, CASB, FIM, IDS/IPS
Networking fundamentals
System administration and troubleshooting
Scripting (bash, python, etc)
Compliance or auditing
NIST documentation (eg. 800-171, 800-53)
STIG
The successful candidate will work up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week over the summer. This is a paid internship opportunity located at ARL in State College, PA; relocation and housing are not provided.
Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre- employment drug screen.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern at Penn State University?
The required skills for Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern at Penn State University include: SIEM, Bash, Python, Networking, Auditing.
What is the seniority level for Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern at Penn State University?
Cyber Security Systems Engineer Intern at Penn State University is a Internship level position.
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