Cyber Security Intern (TX) - SkillBridge (Military Only)

Transition to a Career in Cyber Security

The cyber security industry is poised to grow by double digits this year. Join the growing team at InfoDefense to provide exceptional services to our customers. Gain private-sector experience and expand your skill set with the latest in security methods and technology!

This is a remote work position, but candidates must live in or near Dallas, TX or be willing to relocate if offered a permanent position.

InfoDefense is an Authorized SkillBridge Organization. This position is open to personnel transitioning out of the military. The objective is to facilitate a smooth transition to a civilian career in Cyber Security. The Cyber Security Internship Program was designed to provide exposure to private sector business, as well as a flexible schedule to accommodate out-processing. The Internship will last for a minimum of 90 days. All candidates are required to pass a background check prior to beginning work and must be approved for the program by a commanding officer.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated self-starter that is passionate about cyber security and has a strong desire to be an integral part of a dynamic team. The Cyber Security Internship Program is designed to offer interns business and technical exposure in core elements of the cyber security discipline including:

• Network Security (including firewalls and NIDS/NIPS)
• Identity & Access Management (including single sign-on, public key infrastructure, privileged access management)
• Security Operations Center (including security information & event management)
• Endpoint Threat Protection Technologies
• Cyber Incident Response Planning, Training, and Execution
• Governance, Risk and Compliance (including policies, standards, procedures, risk analysis)
• Security Awareness
• Threat and Vulnerability Management
• Security Audit and Assessment
• Social Engineering and Red Team Exercises
• Security Metrics and Reporting

Each intern is expected to participate in industry-related activities and customer meetings, as well as author three 1,000-word articles/blogs on cyber security-related topics.

Qualifications

The desire and ability to learn quickly, a great attitude, and good work ethic are required. To be considered for this internship, the candidate must be currently serving in the United State military, be eligible for the SkillBridge program, and have had exposure to core information security functions including network and application vulnerability testing, role-based access control (RBAC), security information and event management, and/or computer incident management. To be successful, a candidate must be proficient in Linux and have had exposure to three or more the following security technologies:

• Linux Bash and Python Scripting
• Networking
• Microsoft Windows (including Active Directory and Azure)
• NIST SP 800-171, SP 800-53, RMF, or CSF
• Firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and malware protection technology
• Network vulnerability testing
• Encryption technologies such as IPSEC
• SIEM technologies such as Splunk, LogRhythm or Elasticsearch
• Network+, CCNA, Security+ or other cyber security related certifications are desired

Cyber security interns are provided with a laptop computer, docking station, monitors, keyboard and mouse, camera, and headset for remote working. Most hands-on instruction and on-the-job training is delivered using Microsoft Teams, although the opportunity for interacting on-site may also be provided. Interns must have a home office environment and sufficient Internet connectivity to enable remote work.

Interns should learn to successfully perform the skills described in the training with minimal assistance. Evaluations are provided as either "Satisfactory" or "Unsatisfactory".

About InfoDefense

As a turn-key cyber security solutions provider, InfoDefense provides cyber security and compliance services. With a current focus on providing Cyber Security Maturity Model (CMMC) compliance services to Department of Defense contractors, InfoDefense has also assisted customers across the financial industry, healthcare, retail, technology, and manufacturing since 2001. Headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, InfoDefense is an equal opportunity employer.