Cyber Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Ashburn, VA, US

Job Title: Cyber Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

Job Category: Intern/Co-op

Time Type: Part time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust

Employee Type: Part-Time On-Call

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity

CACI is excited to announce paid internship opportunities for Cyber Security Analysts to support our NASA Consolidated Applications Platforms Services (NCAPS) contract. As a successful candidate, you will conduct information security risk assessments in accordance with the NIST Risk Management Framework for new projects and associated infrastructure and applications. You will assess the effectiveness of internal security controls, participate in the SDLC as both a risk assessor and advisor for best practices, and maintain knowledge of security and privacy laws, industry best practices, and technological changes to advise on potential impacts. Additionally, you will serve as a Security Technical Liaison to project and functional teams and support FISMA audit requirements. Join us in this dynamic role and contribute to the security of NASA's critical applications.

Responsibilities

Maintain Application Security Plan (ASP)

Manage the completion of the risk assessment

Create Plan of Action & Milestone (POAM)

Manage Application vulnerability mitigation strategy

Manage Application contingency plan

Conduct Firewall Rule Analysis

Conduct Continuous Monitoring of applications, databases, & systems

Manage asset inventory

Perform Compliance monitoring

Perform File Integrity monitoring

Perform Log Management

Provide Monthly reporting and metrics

Perform Incident/vulnerability response duties

Conduct Vulnerability Scanning analysis & mitigation tracking

Conduct Application scanning analysis & mitigation tracking

Communicate with Security Operations Center (SOC)

Communicate with Marshall Incident Response Team (MIRT)

Qualifications

Required

Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Cyber Security or related area.

Understanding of what an Information Security role is.

Working knowledge of the NIST RMF and implementation of NIST SP 800-53 IA Controls.

Knowledge on performing risk assessments (e.g., evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, likelihood, and impact) and identifying mitigating controls.

System security planning

Incident response and handling

Knowledge with various vulnerability assessment tools such as Nessus, HP WebInspect, HP Fortify, Burpsuite, etc.

Broad technology background; distributed systems (Linux, Solaris, Windows, enterprise applications (such as databases, SAP, etc.) and application development and architecture (SDLC).

Understanding of mitigating controls at the systems, network, and application level

Ability to work both in a team construct and independently.

Ability to build and maintain constructive working relationships with a diverse community (in and outside of technology) is critical; ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) with and influence both technical and non-technical audiences.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Desired

Firewall ruleset analysis

Web application scanning

Web application & system vulnerability assessment

Web application static code analysis

SAP access management security

Security in agile environments

Minimum of CompTIA Security+ certification is a plus.

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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is

$45,900 - $91,900

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.