About the role#
Rolls-Royce LibertyWorks protects the information systems behind U.S. defense programs. As an ISSO Intern, you will work with Information System Security Managers and ISSOs to keep these systems functional, monitored, and compliant. You will gain hands-on experience with the Risk Management Framework in a cleared defense environment. You will have a dedicated mentor and present a final project to security leadership at the end of the 12-week program.
What you'll do#
- Help prepare and update System Security Plans and other RMF authorization artifacts using NIST SP 800-53 and the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual.
- Track Plans of Action and Milestones and follow up with system owners on remediation.
- Run and review vulnerability and configuration compliance scans, including Nessus, the SCAP Compliance Checker, and STIG checklists, and summarize your findings.
- Perform routine audit log reviews and document results for continuous monitoring.
- Support information assurance tasks such as account management, media protection, assured file transfers, and hardware/software inventory.
- Track patch status and change-control records for system updates.
- Collect evidence and organize documentation for NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance on unclassified networks.
- Develop security awareness content and user guidance.
- Suggest and document improvements to security procedures and checklists.
- Present a final project to security leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current junior or senior working towards a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.
- At least one semester of school remaining after the internship.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Foundational knowledge of networking, Windows or Linux operating systems, and core security concepts like access control, authentication, and encryption.
- Strong attention to detail and clear written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and ask questions when tasks are unclear.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Teams.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government SECRET security clearance.
- Willingness to work flexibly and travel between locations if necessary.
- Preferred: Coursework involving NIST RMF, CMMC, or ISO 27001; CompTIA Security+; Linux command line experience; scripting in PowerShell, Python, or Bash; or experience with SIEM platforms like Splunk.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12 weeks).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- No visa sponsorship is available.
About Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce is a public company based in London. It operates in the industrial machinery manufacturing sector. The firm specializes in civil aerospace, defence aerospace, power systems, and services. It employs more than 10,001 people.
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