Co-Op IT Systems & Network Architecture

Saab, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on housing bonus

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking a motivated IT Systems Co-Op to support designed, documented, and enhanced enterprise and development network environments.

The role targets students in IT, CS, cybersecurity, or related fields and involves system architecture, network topology, and infrastructure management. The assignment covers Winter/Spring 2027 (January–early May, full-time) and Summer 2027 (May–early August, full-time).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• General understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing concepts, DNS, VLANs) as well as basic system architecture.
• Exposure to diagramming tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Windows or Linux system administration concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in technical documentation.
• Ability to analyze technical information, organize findings, and present recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain network diagrams and system architecture documentation for development and production environments.
• Assist with ongoing vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Support evaluations of system access requirements, including documenting user, service, and machine access needs within development networks.
• Collaborate with senior IT and Systems Engineering staff to research and recommend network, hardware, and system configuration improvements.
• Participate in technical assessments of development environments to ensure alignment with organizational standards and security policies.
• Assist with the configuration and troubleshooting of basic network or system components under guidance, such as VLANs, basic routing, virtual machines, and development lab equipment.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support ongoing IT infrastructure and systems engineering projects, including environment upgrades, documentation improvements, and process alignment efforts.

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking a motivated IT Systems Co-Op to support designed, documented, and enhanced enterprise and development network environments.

The role targets students in IT, CS, cybersecurity, or related fields and involves system architecture, network topology, and infrastructure management. The assignment covers Winter/Spring 2027 (January–early May, full-time) and Summer 2027 (May–early August, full-time).