Nightwing→
Security Intern - 2026
InternshipOn-site
Location
Sterling, VA
Salary
Not listed
Experience
Not specified
Posted
1 week ago
Skills
computer literacytime managementproblem-solvingcritical thinkingcommunicationattention to detailcommunity involvementteam leadership
Job Description
Summary: Nightwing provides technically advanced cyber and intelligence mission support services. They are seeking a Security Intern to assist with security projects, operational tasks, and reporting while gaining experience in security architecture.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Security Leads with duties related to successful execution of three key security projects/activities supporting user access and security processes
- Assist the team in operational tasks related to day-to-day support of security standard job functions and the creation of process flows and training
- Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly reports and provide support to achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), tracking both production support and project related activities
- Gaining experiencing in the grass roots design, maintenance and application of the security architecture for customer and corporate functions
Required Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in a degree program related to security discipline, with expected graduation date
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- Time Management: utilize excellent time management and project management skills to consistently meet deadlines, prioritize tasks appropriately, and delegate when appropriate
- Problem-solving: Must display the ability to effectively prioritize workload on multiple projects simultaneously and accept changes with short notice and tolerate frequent interruptions
- Critical thinking: must display strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical capabilities when interacting with clients, direct reports, managers, peers, and stakeholders
- Communication: must be able to listen carefully to accurately gather facts and figures from clients, managers, peers, and stakeholders. Must also be able to clearly articulate the results of your work and present their findings in written reports
- Attention to detail: must pay strong attention to detail in order to be able to keep information accurate and organized while utilizing skills and knowledge to quickly learn about the project
- Computer literacy: need to be able to use computer-based tools to work effectively. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, & Word), Adobe or related software
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cumulative 3.5 GPA desired
- Experience leading a team project
- Involvement in school or community activities
Important Skills: Computer literacy, Time Management, Problem-solving, Critical thinking, Communication, Attention to detail
Nice-to-Have Skills: Community involvement, Team leadership
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026