Information Assurance 2027 Summer Internship
Job Location:
San Antonio, TX - USA
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Job Summary
Position Title: Information Assurance Intern Summer 2027
Location: Onsite in San Antonio Texas
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; active clearance not required
Employment Type: Summer Internship
Research Innovations Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big slow status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software and technology for government and military customers. Using agile development practices and user-centered design we create innovative solutions to complex real-world problems.
The Information Assurance Intern will join RIIs Security team for the Summer of 2027 gaining hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity compliance vulnerability management continuous monitoring and day-to-day Information Assurance operations. This role will work alongside ISSMs ISSOs and Industrial Security professionals to support DoD and government programs while developing practical experience in cybersecurity risk management and compliance.
- Support Information Assurance and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities including log reviews vulnerability scans and documentation updates.
Assist with NIST SP 800-171 and Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities including control evidence collection and tracking.
Support Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) management by reviewing findings and tracking remediation efforts.
Assist with audit and assessment readiness activities including preparation of documentation and evidence for DAAPM JSIG and CMMC requirements.
Create and maintain compliance trackers documentation workflows and IA knowledge bases using tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
Shadow ISSM and ISSO personnel to gain exposure to system authorization accreditation and security lifecycle activities.
Participate in cybersecurity awareness activities training and team initiatives.
Provide analytical documentation and administrative support for cybersecurity and Information Assurance projects.
Collaborate with security and technical teams to identify opportunities to improve compliance processes and cyber risk management.
Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Computer Science Information Systems or a related field.
Demonstrated interest in Information Assurance cybersecurity risk management or compliance.
Familiarity with one or more of the following: NIST SP 800-171 RMF JSIG DAAPM or CMMC.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Excel Word and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and with discretion.
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
Prior internship coursework academic project or hands-on experience in cybersecurity Information Assurance risk management or compliance.
Exposure to vulnerability management or scanning tools such as Nessus OpenVAS or Qualys.
Experience with JIRA Confluence or similar workflow and project management tools.
Security or another entry-level cybersecurity certification or actively pursuing certification.
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies security controls or authorization processes.
Experience documenting technical processes maintaining compliance records or analyzing security findings.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Research Innovations Inc (RII) co-creates RIIdiculously Awesome solutions that make the world safer. We support critical defense, intelligence, and cyber customers with transformative JADC2 technology solutions.
