Industrial Security Operations Intern

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10-12 week program

Competitive pay

Individual mentoring

Valuable training

Supportive culture

Team events

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking an Industrial Security Operations Intern to join our Security and Facilities team in Mt. Laurel, NJ. This on-site role supports the FSO by protecting our DOD facilities, personnel, and systems in accordance with 32 CFR 117 directives.

Applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. security clearance. The position is based on-site at Mt. Laurel, NJ, with a 10–12 week program and competitive pay. Training and mentoring are provided.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program in a related field.
• Junior or rising senior preferred.
• Active Secret U.S. clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supports day-to-day office operations for classified labs and offices.
• Schedules meetings and coordinates calendars for both classified and unclassified operations.
• Manages visitor procedures and security access for meetings and demonstrations.
• Maintains office supply inventory and organization.
• Provides unclassified and classified security support.
• Handles receipt and dispatch of mail and packages.
• Supports onboarding logistics for new employees and clearance processes.

Skills

Advanced MS Office

Detail-oriented

Initiative & collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in related field

Job description

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking an Industrial Security Operations Intern to be part of our Security and Facilities team and based out of our Arlington, VA, Fall River, MA, San Diego, CA or Mt. Laurel, NJ location.

Industrial Security Operations Interns work alongside our Facility Security Officer team to assist candidate will assist in protecting our DOD facilities, personnel and systems in accordance with Government requirements issued in 32 CFR 117 directives.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.


• This is a fully on-site position based out of our Arlington, VA, Fall River, MA, San Diego, CA or Mount. Laurel, NJ location.

Job Details

• Department: Operations


• Employment Type: Internship


• Location: Mount Laurel, NJ


• Address: 8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 500 N, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 08054


• Workplace type: Onsite


• Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 / hour


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Key Responsibilities

• Assists day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks to ensure the classified labs and office run smoothly


• Assists with scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, and preparing meeting materials for both classified and unclassified operations


• Manages incoming visitor procedures related to company meetings and software demonstrations


• Involved with office supply inventory, ordering, and organization.


• Provides unclassified and classified operations security support


• Manages receipt and dispatch for incoming and outgoing mail packages


• Maintain, track and audit inventory materials associated with contracts, and information systems


• Supports onboarding logistics for new employees


• Assists with employee and visitor badging, ensuring proper access and adherence to office security procedures


• Coordinates and escorts vendors onsite, ensuring appropriate access and directed to the correct areas


• Prepare and manage security training and briefings for all employees


• Coordinate new employee clearance process


• Support the FSO with various compliance assessments


• Revise and validate process and procedures


• Learn and operate the inventory management system

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required)

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program with a major in Business Management, Engineering, Criminal Justice, International Studies or related field


• Current college juniors/rising seniors preferred.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills


• Detail oriented


• Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork, and collaboration


• Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.

Pay Range*: $28 - $34 / Hour

*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the \"pay scale\" or \"pay range\" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

• A 10-12-week program; up to 40 hours per week


• Competitive pay


• Individual mentoring


• Valuable training


• A supportive culture


• Social events and team building activities

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale.

At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.