Junior Cyber SME Intern at Planned Systems International in Remote

Summary: Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company focused on delivering innovative software solutions for Federal Government organizations. They are seeking a Junior Cyber SME Intern to gain hands-on experience in federal cybersecurity operations, supporting Security Operations Center activities and participating in incident response and compliance assessments. Responsibilities: - Support Security Operations Center (SOC) activities including monitoring, log analysis, and threat detection - Assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing under supervision - Analyze security events and alerts to identify potential threats and anomalies - Support incident response activities and participate in post-incident reviews - Document findings and prepare technical reports on security assessments - Support federal compliance and security framework assessments (NIST, FISMA, etc.) - Assist in security policy development and implementation - Maintain detailed logs and documentation of all security activities and findings Required Qualifications: - Current enrollment in an accredited college or university (graduating within next 12 months) or recent graduate - CompTIA Security+ certification (REQUIRED) or equivalent - Active T3 investigation or the ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances as required for access to classified information - Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals - Strong written and oral communication skills - Willingness to work in a federal/DoD environment with security protocols Preferred Qualifications: - Active or previous federal/DoD security clearance - Prior internship or professional experience in cybersecurity - Knowledge of SIEM platforms, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems - Understanding of federal security frameworks (NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP) - Experience with threat intelligence and threat hunting - Linux/Unix and Windows system administration experience - Basic Python or other scripting language proficiency - Additional certifications (CEH, CISSP, CCNA Security, etc.) - Demonstrated leadership or team collaboration experience Required Skills: CompTIA Security+ certification, Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, Log analysis, Threat detection, Vulnerability assessments, Penetration testing, Incident response, Federal compliance frameworks - NIST, Federal compliance frameworks - FISMA, SIEM platforms, Firewalls, Intrusion detection systems, Threat intelligence, Threat hunting, Linux system administration, Unix system administration, Windows system administration, Python programming, Security clearance Benefits: Paid leave, Employer sponsored group medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and long-term disability, Life insurance, AD&D coverage, Legal services, Identity theft, Accident insurance, Flexible spending account, Health saving account options, 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution match, Professional courses, Certifications, Tuition reimbursement programs