Industrial Security Operations Intern

Innovative Defense Technologies, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Individual mentoring

Valuable training

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking an Industrial Security Operations Intern to join our Security and Facilities team. This on-site internship supports the FSO function and helps protect DOD facilities and personnel per 32 CFR 117 directives. Location options include Arlington, VA, Fall River, MA, San Diego, CA, or Mt.

Laurel, NJ. Interns will assist with daily operations, visitor procedures, and security training.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program in a related field.
• Preferred junior or rising senior status.
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks for classified and unclassified operations.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, prepare meeting materials.
• Manage visitor procedures for meetings and software demonstrations.
• Oversee office supply inventory, ordering, and organization.
• Provide unclassified and classified operations security support.
• Manage inbound/outbound mail and packages.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office Skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Analytical abilities

Education

Undergraduate/Postgraduate in Business Management or Engineering

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.

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Internship

Location: San Diego, CA

Address: 2750 Womble Road, San Diego, Suite 200, California, 92106

Workplace type: Onsite

Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 / hour

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

• 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 California Senate Bill 1162 and 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. 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

IDT's Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:

• 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.