Security Operations Intern

Two Six Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Six Technologies is seeking one intern for a 12-week onsite internship in Arlington, VA, joining the Security Operations team to support protecting corporate equities and managing operational risk.

The role emphasizes documentation, process mapping, and collaboration with security staff, with a focus on government regulations, continuity references, and hands-on project delivery.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
• Rising Juniors or Seniors are strongly preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of our work.
• Ability to work onsite at our Arlington, VA office 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing security workflows to create comprehensive process maps that identify key stakeholders, decision points, and potential bottlenecks.
• Utilize Microsoft tools and web-based mapping applications to create visual representations of security workflows.
• Develop and maintain continuity references and how-to guides for critical security operations.
• Collaborate with the security team to validate process maps and continuity materials.
• Update essential security documentation to align with government regulations and internal policies.
• Identify gaps and propose improvements to mitigate operational risk.
• Support the Information Security team in servicing customer requests and audits.
• Present an end-of-internship project highlighting contributions.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Visio

Technical writing

Research platforms

Customer service

Education

Security Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Join our Security Operations team, where we focus on protecting corporate equities and managing operational risk through physical, personnel, and industrial securityexpertise. We are seeking one intern for this 12-week internship program, which will be conducted onsite in Arlington, VA. This isNOT a cybersecurity role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze existing security workflows to create comprehensive process maps that identify key stakeholders, decision points, and potential bottlenecks.
• Utilize Microsoft tools and web-based mapping applications to create comprehensive visual representations of security workflows.
• Develop and maintain continuity references and "how-to" guides for critical security operations to ensure seamless transitions and operational resilience.
• Work closely with members of the security team to gather information and validate the accuracy of process maps and continuity reference materials.
• Assist in updating essential security documentation to ensure alignment with current government regulations and internal policies.
• Identify areas where documentation and/or processes is/are lacking or outdated and propose improvements to mitigate operational risk.
• Support the Information Security team in servicing customer requests and audits.
• Collaborate with the security team on various security projects.
• Present an end-of-internship project that highlights your contributions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
• Rising Juniors or Seniors are strongly preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of our work.
• Ability to work onsite at our Arlington, VA office 5 days a week.

Skills & Experience (Preferred Exposure to One or More of the Following):

• Advanced experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Visio to develop and format complex documentation, process maps, and presentations.
• Exceptional technical writing skills and the ability to synthesize complex information from various sources into clear, concise, and professional documents.
• Comfort navigating and utilizing various web-based platforms for research, documentation management, and operational support.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading and editing skills to ensure all security documentation are accurate and professional.
• Excellent customer service attitude and willingness to support security challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

The projected pay range listed for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of rate.

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