Defense Systems Security Intern: RMF & Hardening Focus

Vectrus, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X, part of Vectrus, Inc., is seeking a Systems Security Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Indianapolis, IN team, supporting cybersecurity for mission systems such as mission computers, avionics, sensors, and equipment for airborne and ground platforms.

As an intern, you will work with experienced security and systems engineers to help protect mission critical systems through secure configurations, vulnerability management, and RMF support activities, learning DoD RMF and NIST

Qualifications

• Completed introductory coursework in cybersecurity, information assurance, or networking.
• Self-driven with a strong sense of accountability, able to manage tasks and deliver quality work on schedule.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Responsibilities

• Assist with security documentation, baseline hardening, evidence collection, and basic assessment tasks.
• Collaborate within cross functional Integrated Product Teams.
• Support DoD RMF and NIST guidance learning.
• Assist in system categorization and initial control mapping to NIST SP 800-53.
• Help execute baseline vulnerability scans and document findings

Skills

Cybersecurity coursework

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivated / accountability

U.S. Citizen

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Cybersecurity/CS/CE

Tools

NIST SP 800-53 knowledge

STIG concepts

Vulnerability scanning tools

Job description

V2X, part of Vectrus, Inc., is seeking a Systems Security Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Indianapolis, IN team, supporting cybersecurity for mission systems such as mission computers, avionics, sensors, and equipment for airborne and ground platforms.

As an intern, you will work with experienced security and systems engineers to help protect mission critical systems through secure configurations, vulnerability management, and RMF support activities, learning DoD RMF and NIST