ISSO Intern: RMF & Classified Systems Security

Rolls-Royce plc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Intern for a 12-week Summer program in Indianapolis, IN. You will work with the cybersecurity team to support RMF processes, assist ISSMs/ISOs, and gain hands-on experience in a cleared defense environment.

You'll help update SSPs, track POA&Ms, run vulnerability scans (Nessus, STIG), review logs, and contribute to NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance. Mentored, with a final project presented to leadership.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IS, IT or related field.
• Junior or senior with at least one semester remaining after the internship.
• Foundational knowledge of networking and Windows/Linux operating systems.
• Strong attention to detail and clear written communication.
• Ability to work independently and ask questions when unclear.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• U.S. Government SECRET clearance eligibility.
• Willingness to travel between locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update SSPs and RMF artifacts per NIST SP 800-53.
• Track POA&Ms and follow up with system owners on remediation.
• Run vulnerability scans and summarize findings (Nessus, STIG).
• Perform routine audit log reviews for continuous monitoring.
• Support IA tasks such as account management and media protection.
• Help track patch status and change-control records.
• Collect evidence for NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance.
• Develop security awareness content and user guidance.
• Suggest improvements to security procedures and checklists.

Skills

Networking basics

Windows OS

Linux OS

Security concepts

Documentation

Independent work

MS Office

Clear written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Related degree acceptable

Tools

Nessus

SCAP

STIG

Splunk

Job description

Rolls-Royce Corporation is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) Intern for a 12-week Summer program in Indianapolis, IN. You will work with the cybersecurity team to support RMF processes, assist ISSMs/ISOs, and gain hands-on experience in a cleared defense environment.

You'll help update SSPs, track POA&Ms, run vulnerability scans (Nessus, STIG), review logs, and contribute to NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance. Mentored, with a final project presented to leadership.