{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5a5f720dfb668451cd46c49f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5a5f720dfb668451cd46c49f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5a5f720dfb668451cd46c49f","title":"Information Security Intern","description":"Job ID: 9440\nDate Posted: September 9, 2026\n\nSpace Dynamics Laboratory’s (SDL’s) internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with state-of-the art technologies in space-, airborne-, and ground-based systems. With the support of engineers and mentors, interns are able to work on professional-level assignments that complement their academic studies. The program also includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and a variety of summer events and activities.\n\nThe Security and Information Assurance Division is looking for an exceptional cybersecurity focused student for a summer internship. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly wage and tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and phase of development. Work would include assessing and auditing systems, understanding and applying NIST guidance, building accreditation packages, managing Plans of Action and Milestones, and learning and applying enterprise cyber management principles such as manpower, resource management, and staffing.\n\nThis position has the potential of continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment requiring security clearance eligibility.\n\nThis internship is for the summer of 2027. The selected candidate will be expected to provide onsite support in North Logan, Utah no later than Monday, June 7th with availability for up to 12 weeks.\n\nRequirements\n\nParticipation in the Scholarship for Service (SFS) program\nExperience or understanding of at least one of the following areas: vulnerability assessment tools, systems auditing, networks, secure software development, hardware/software interactions, Government governance frameworks\nExperience with team collaborative tools\nFamiliarity with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)\nAbility to work with cyber vulnerability tools (e.g., Nessus, NMAP, SCAP, Trellix AV)\nAbility to work with other security tools (e.g., PowerShell, SIEM tools, Splunk)\nAbility to work independently with minimum supervision\nAbility to work closely in a team with students and professionals\nAbility to take initiative and ask questions\nEffective written and verbal communication skills\nMust be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance\nEducation\nMust be pursuing a degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity/information assurance, or a related technical discipline\nMust be a junior, senior, or graduate student\n3.5 GPA minimum is required\nIntern Hiring Period:\nInterviews can occur any time within each hiring period, prior to the period closing date, so we encourage you to complete and submit your application as early as possible.\n\nSDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.\n\nAt SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.\n\nThe application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.\n\nFor questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.\nxX5TstngJa","company":"Space Dynamics Laboratory","rawCompany":"space dynamics laboratory","city":"Logan","state":"UT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-11T09:16:13.637Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"},{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"13-1199.07","title":"Security Management Specialists","slug":"security-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Information Security Intern","description":"Job ID: 9440\nDate Posted: September 9, 2026\n\nSpace Dynamics Laboratory’s (SDL’s) internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with state-of-the art technologies in space-, airborne-, and ground-based systems. With the support of engineers and mentors, interns are able to work on professional-level assignments that complement their academic studies. The program also includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and a variety of summer events and activities.\n\nThe Security and Information Assurance Division is looking for an exceptional cybersecurity focused student for a summer internship. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly wage and tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and phase of development. 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