Security Analyst Intern

Amida Technology Solutions is a DC-based technology company focused on data interoperability integrity governance and security. We create solutions that collect reconcile transform and standardize data for business intelligence advanced analytics decision support and user transactions. We specialize in taking data from inception to impact.

Our team is composed of creative forward-looking thinkers who are passionate about using cutting-edge technology to improve lives and generate a positive impact on our country. We offer an entrepreneurial high-growth environment that values fresh ideas candid conversations and authentic teamwork.

Each year Amida offers a technical internship in honor of Dr. Per K. Enge Amida board member strategic advisor and close friend of the company. Dr. Enge was the Vance and Arlene Coffman Professor of Engineering at Stanford University and one of the worlds foremost experts in global positioning system (GPS) technologies. His research focused on improving the capabilities of satellite navigation and he led the deployment of two different navigation systems still widely used to this day. Dr. Enge co-founded the Stanford Center for Position Navigation and Time. He held over 30 patents was a noted writer and editor and was the recipient of numerous awards and honors including election to the National Academy of Engineers the Air Force GPS Hall of Fame and the prestigious GNSS Signals Award from GPS World magazine. Beyond his technical contributions Dr. Enge was first and foremost a teacher and a mentor. He had a passion for sharing knowledge and wanted to inspire others into the field that he loved so much. He believed in giving people chances.

To honor Dr. Enges legacy Amida offers paid technical internships and we are seeking a technically proficient Security Analyst Intern to assist in the design implementation and evaluation of security controls. The role provides hands-on exposure to information security risk management and compliance frameworks. The intern will work closely with the security and IT teams to ensure systems and processes meet security requirements.

• Assist in reviewing implementing and testing security controls including Access Control and Awareness & Training families
• Develop and document actionable procedures for security controls
• Conduct technical assessments of systems networks and applications to evaluate control effectiveness
• Support vulnerability assessments and analyze findings
• Help maintain and update security policies standards and procedures
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to understand systems and implement secure practices
• Assist in preparing reports and documentation for audits and compliance reviews

Required Education:

• Bachelors degree in data science Statistics Mathematics Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related STEM field

Required Skills:

• Familiarity with scripting or programming languages such as Python Bash or PowerShell for automation and testing
• Understanding security tools such as vulnerability scanners SIEMs endpoint protection or IAM systems
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) and their security features is a plus
• Familiarity with databases and application security concepts
• Ability to read and analyze technical documentation logs and system configurations

On-site at the Richmond VA/Hybrid office twice a week (increasing to three times in 2026)

Success at Amida

Communication is the key to success at Amida. Our people are known for their can-do attitude and their ability to work effectively with both internal and client teams. We pride ourselves on having a collegial multidisciplinary team with diverse backgrounds and experience. Our best team members pay intense attention to detail in all aspects of their work have great initiative are opinionated about the best ways of doing things and align quickly to decisions. A sense of humor is an asset at Amida.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience:

Intern