Information Systems (IS) & Cyber Security Specialist Intern

Suffolk, VA
Internship
Student (College)
ONSITE

Who We Are: Founded in 2007, SimIS, Inc., is an innovative information technology solution Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) that models future environments, requirements and capabilities, and then secures the enterprise from internal and external threats compliant with Federal, State, and industry standard governance to ensure client mission success. 

Our performance standard is “excellence”, with outcomes-based quality focus in our services and products, guided by our core values of: honesty (in word and deed), relationships (confidence and trust with clients and partners), teamwork (shared goals, mission and purpose), loyalty (allegiance to our client and team) and importance of others (work and win as a team).  

SimIS, Inc. is seeking an Information Systems and Cyber Security Specialist Intern to:
  • Support the effective provisioning, installation / configuration, operation, and maintenance of SimIS network and computer systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. Participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the cybersecurity infrastructure and on assigned projects. Ensures cybersecurity compliance and IT infrastructure integrity IAW Risk Management Framework (RMF) NIST 800 series Special Publication(s).
  • Install new / rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements and to support IT infrastructure or asset management applications.
  • Perform backup operations and system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, network, server and cloud resources, systems, and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups. Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions, perform regular file archival and purge as necessary and create, change, and delete user accounts as required.
  • Apply patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary and upgrade and configure system software that supports IT infrastructure applications or asset management applications per project or operational needs.
  • Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated approaches for system administration and cybersecurity tasks.  Identify approaches that leverage resources and provide economies of scale.
  • Support the functioning of network equipment, follow maintenance standards, and develop new strategies to optimize server, switch, and firewall operations.
  • Work with other IS team members, supervisors, and end-users to identify and work on connectivity problems, manage complex system requirements, and create RMF technical documentation for IT department and users.
  • Work with other IS personnel and teams to ensure that SimIS computer systems and networks remain secure and reliable, monitor network availability, and collect / present data to enhance security and reliability and provide situational awareness.
  • Balance technical knowledge with network and data infrastructure experience to manage and maintain the SimIS cloud computing environment(s) and third-party cloud computing platforms.
  • Determine areas of the IT infrastructure that need attention or expertise, coordinate support to resolve user-side issues, and foster collaboration for successful workflow.
  • Support the development and deployment of performance-enhancing measures throughout the enterprise infrastructure. Make hardware / software recommendations, such as repairs, replacing or upgrading servers, routers, switches, phone system, printers or shifting databases to new software to improve network security, reliability, or speed.
  • Work with team members to design and oversee server-side elements of SimIS network infrastructure, to include installing network-wide malware protection software, configuring firewalls, and configuring databases and access on the back end.
  • Ensure all SimIS IS assets are tracked and accounted for and maintain an inventory and configuration management baseline for equipment and software.
  • Ensure that data remains intact, secure, and accessible in case of system crashes by supporting data backups and recovery.
  • Assist project teams with technical issues in the initiation and planning phases of standard project management methodology when required. Participation in projects is focused on ensuring IS and cybersecurity implementation meets applicable governing standards, laws and regulations.
  • Certifications in Security+ or other related areas are highly desirable.
  • Ability to develop requirements from policies and standards and create actionable plans for implementation.
  • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800 series standards is highly desirable.
  • Ability to conduct troubleshooting, which requires both technical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Positive, collaborative, and dedicated team player who provides IT network / systems administration subject matter expertise and a willingness to learn for successfully completing complex tasks.
  • Fluent in English and outstanding written (prose, editing, and presentation) and oral communications skills, especially the ability to articulate complex strategic situations and strategies and to effectively communicate to audiences with and without IS experience.
  • Candidate must be working on a Bachelor of Science degree in a related field, such as computer science/ engineer, mathematics, statistics or data science., and a junior or senior in college with experience as a cybersecurity / IS specialist / Engineer is highly desired.
  • This position is in-person and requires your presence at our Suffolk office. The role does not extend into hybrid or remote work arrangements.
     
SimIS, Inc. is an AA / EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer
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