2027 Intern - Information Systems Security - Slidell, LA

Cessna Aircraft Company; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Prepaid stipend

Mentorship

Real project work

401(k) vesting credits

Alternative schedules

Job summary

Textron Systems in Slidell, LA invites an Information Systems Security Intern to gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, threat analysis, and incident response under experienced professionals.

You will analyze network traffic, assist with security events, and contribute to risk assessments while developing practical information security and operational skills in a real business environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a security-related program.
• Strong academic performance preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• High level of personal integrity with handling confidential matters.
• Passion for cybersecurity and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network traffic and log data to identify threats and propose countermeasures.
• Assist with collecting and processing information for reported cyber events.
• Track, handle, and report security events and incidents per procedures.
• Review risk assessments for hardware and software.
• Collaborate with security teams to meet business requirements.
• Contribute to developing security awareness and education materials.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Assurance/Cybersecurity (or related security field)

Job description

Job Description - 2027 Intern - Information Systems Security - Slidell, LA (342595)

Job Number:

342595

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.

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

• 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.

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:

• Paid, full‑time 10‑week summer internship with a prepaid stipend

• Mentorship, training, and development opportunities

• Real project work and hands‑on experience

• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full‑time employment

• Alternative work schedules at select locations

Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

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.