2027 Intern - Information Systems Security - Slidell, LA

Textron

Slidell (LA)

On-site

USD 20,000 - 27,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid, full-time 10-week summer stipend

Mentorship and training

Real project work and hands-on 경험

401(k) vesting credit for service time

Alternative work schedules at select

Job summary

Textron Systems invites undergraduates pursuing CS, cybersecurity, or related fields to join as an Information Systems Security Intern in Slidell, LA. You will analyze threats, assist with incident handling, and contribute to security improvements alongside experienced professionals.

This paid internship offers mentorship, hands-on projects, and exposure to enterprise security operations, with opportunities to learn and grow within Textron’s security teams.

Qualifications

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Strong academic performance preferred.
Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Passion for cybersecurity and information systems.
Willingness to adapt to changing environments.
U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

Analyze network traffic, log data, and open-source information to assess threats and recommend countermeasures.
Assist with collecting, sorting, and routing incoming information for cyber events.
Track, handle, and report security incidents per procedures.
Review hardware and software risk assessments.
Collaborate with security teams to provide solutions based on business needs.
Protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of classified information.
Contribute to security awareness and education for users and admins.
Gather information for incident identification, categorization, and triage in time-sensitive situations.
Research measures to improve information security procedures and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Integrity

Adaptability

Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS / Cybersecurity

Job description

Why This Internship

As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

Who We Are

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.

All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.

Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.

About This Role

A Day in the Life of an Information Systems Security Intern:

Analyzing network traffic and various log data and open‑source information to determine the threat against the network, recommend appropriate countermeasures, and assess damage
Assisting with accepting, collecting, sorting, ordering, and passing on incoming information for the reported cyber events
Facilitating and expediting the tracking, handling, and reporting of security events and computer incidents in accordance with organizational procedures
Reviewing Risk Assessments for any hardware and software
Collaborating with the business and other security teams across the enterprise to help provide solutions based on business requirements
Protecting and maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of classified information
Assisting in the development of security awareness and education information to users and administrators.
Ensuring all pertinent information is obtained to allow the identification, categorization, incident handling and triage actions to occur in a time sensitive environment
Researching and suggesting measures to improve Information Security related procedures, operations, processes, and systems, specific to information security concerns throughout our business unit
Searching for and analyzing security technology to reduce risks in every information security segment.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or other security related degree programs.
Strong academic performance preferred
Ability to work individually and part of a team
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
A high level of personal integrity with the ability to handle confidential matters
Passion for cybersecurity and information systems
Motivated to deliver high‑quality results
Ability to adapt & respond quickly to change
Action and result oriented
Eager for new challenges and business environments
This position requires an individual to be a U.S citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why You’ll Love Interning at Textron

This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands‑on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include: