Cybersecurity Intern

FedWriters, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FedWriters, Inc. seeks a Cyber Intern to support ongoing cybersecurity initiatives within federal contracting environments. The role targets students in IT, Cybersecurity, or CS at a Virginia state institution, with up to 125 remote hours and mentorship from senior staff.

Responsibilities include automation, security documentation, and VDI/remote access research. Candidates must be enrolled in a Virginia college and focused on cybersecurity or related fields.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Virginia state college/university.
• Major in IT, Cybersecurity, CS or related field.
• Preference for Cybersecurity focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist IT automation processes.
• Document security practices and procedures.
• Review, implement, and validate automation processes.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Azure

Cybersecurity basics

Technical writing

Research skills

Analytical mindset

Verbal & written communication

Education

Virginia state college or university enrollment

Information Technology / Cybersecurity / Computer Science major

Cybersecurity-focused preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Overview

Kick off your cybersecurity journey working with real-world systems and compliance frameworks.

Join our team as a Cyber Intern and support ongoing cybersecurity initiatives that strengthen our IT infrastructure and compliance posture. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in IT, Cybersecurity, or related fields at a Virginia state institution. The intern will gain hands-on experience working with federal contracting environments, industry compliance frameworks, and enterprise-level security systems.

**Please note, only actively enrolled students in a Virginia state institution will be considered. This internship is only available for upperclassmen. **

FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Work Schedule and Location:

Remote: This is a part time remote internship, and you will work a schedule that is agreed upon with your manager. The maximum number of hours is 125. This program is funded through the Virginia Experiential Learning Grant from the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI); and you will be paid through this program.

Responsibilities

Key Projects & Responsibilities

• Automation: AssistinIT automation processes.

• Supporting documentation of security practices and procedures.

• Reviewing, implementing, andvalidatingautomation processes.

• Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Implementation: Contribute to the design, testing, and rollout of a virtual desktop environment to reduce reliance on physical laptops. Activities may include research, configuration, and documenting best practices for secure remote access.

• Security Audits & Vulnerability Analysis:

• Conduct audits of tenant security configurations.

• Identifygaps and potential vulnerabilities withinsystems.

• Draft recommendations for remediation, including patching strategies and system hardening measures.

• General Cybersecurity Support: Collaborate with senior IT and cybersecurity staff to support day-to-day monitoring, compliance reporting, and risk management efforts.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Education:

• Currently enrolled at a Virginia state college or university.

• Majorin Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, ora related field.

• Preference given to candidates pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity.

• Skills & Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Azure, or similar enterprise platforms.

• Understandingofbasic cybersecurity principles and frameworks.

• Strong research, documentation, and technical writing abilities.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

• Other Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship (ifrequiredfor access to certain systems or data).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits of Internship

• Hands‑on experience with federal compliance frameworks such as CMMC.

• Exposure to enterprise cybersecurity projects in a real‑world environment.

• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity and IT professionals.

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful security initiatives supporting federal clients.

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Why Join Our Team

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits* we offer, including:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Plan

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Time Off

*benefits are available to full time employees.

Pay Range

Payment and amount is provided by your college/university.