Cyber Security Intern

OSC Global

Cyber Security Intern supporting the Department of Energy cybersecurity team at Hanford Site. Collaborating on vulnerability management, security operations, and awareness activities in a critical federal environment.

Posted 6/20/2026internshipRemote • Alaska • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $33 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the execution of vulnerability scans across systems and networks; help analyze scan results, identify common vulnerabilities, and support prioritization of remediation efforts.
Contribute to the tracking and reporting of vulnerability findings and remediation status through POA&Ms, ticketing systems, or enterprise GRC platforms.
Support research on new and emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security advisories to inform the vulnerability management program.
Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events and alerts within the Security Operations Center (SOC) environment; support identification and initial triage of security anomalies under senior analyst supervision.
Participate in security compliance assessments and audits, supporting documentation and evidence gathering to demonstrate adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
Assist in the development, review, and update of cybersecurity awareness training materials, including presentations, newsletters, and phishing simulation campaigns.
Help coordinate logistics for security awareness campaigns and training sessions; support communication efforts promoting cybersecurity best practices across the organization.
Contribute to the development and documentation of cybersecurity procedures, standards, and guidelines; assist with general record-keeping for cybersecurity program activities.
Learn and apply federal cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines, including FISMA, NIST SP 800-series, and DOE cybersecurity directives.
Participate in team meetings, contribute to discussions on cybersecurity initiatives, and observe and learn from experienced cybersecurity professionals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity and a desire to learn and grow in the field.
Ability to pass a background and drug screening.
Must have identification compliant with the Real ID Act at time of hire.
US citizenship required.
Must reside within the US; work cannot be performed from outside the US.
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, or DOE cybersecurity directives.
Exposure to security tools such as vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus, Tenable), SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS systems, or GRC tools.
Basic knowledge of networking protocols, log analysis, or scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell).

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid holidays
paid time off
401k with employer match
dental, vision, health insurance plans through the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program
life and disability benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

vulnerability scanninglog analysisscriptingnetworking protocolscybersecurity compliancecybersecurity procedurescybersecurity standardscybersecurity awareness trainingthreat analysisremediation prioritization

Soft Skills

communicationteam collaborationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingattention to detailorganizational skillsadaptabilityinitiativedesire to learninterpersonal skills