Cybersecurity and Information Security Internships
@ Lensa

San Diego, CA
$57,000
On Site
Intern
Posted 19 hours ago

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Overview

Lensa, in partnership with MITRE Corporation, presents an internship opportunity in Cybersecurity and Information Security. MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation that works on critical challenges in national security, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation.

Why Join MITRE?

At MITRE, you can balance meaningful work with a fulfilling life. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and a collaborative culture driven by technical excellence and adaptability.

Internship Details

This internship pools candidates for various roles. Selected candidates will be contacted by MITRE's Student Programs team during the primary hiring season from September through March.

Job Responsibilities

As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will work alongside experienced professionals to apply your cybersecurity and information security knowledge. Areas of focus include:

  • Adversary Emulation and Deception
  • Cyber Effects, Reverse Engineering, and Forensics
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence and Operational Technology
  • Internet of Things and Mobile Device Security
  • Designing Safe, Secure, and Resilient Systems
  • Cyber Policy Development

Basic Qualifications

Applicants must be full-time students in a related degree program with foundational knowledge of cybersecurity methodologies, tools, and programming languages. Academic excellence is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in internships, research, or labs applying cybersecurity knowledge, along with proficiency in relevant methodologies and tools, is desirable. Independent work ability and a commitment to public service are valued.

Security Clearance

The selected candidate must have or obtain appropriate U.S. Government Security clearance, as determined by the Department of Defense's guidelines.

Salary and Work Arrangement

The internship offers an annual compensation approximate to the midpoint of $57,000 and follows a hybrid work model.

Additional Information

This opportunity is not an application for a specific position. For questions or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact the provided emails on the MITRE website.

Key skills/competency

Cybersecurity, Information Security, Internship, MITRE, Hybrid, Clearance, Research, Technical, Policy, Forensics

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How to Get Hired at Lensa

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight academic projects and internships related to cybersecurity.
  • Research MITRE: Understand their public interest mission and values.
  • Tailor your application: Emphasize technical skills and clearance eligibility.
  • Practice interview techniques: Prepare for technical and behavioral questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review cybersecurity frameworks and protocols.
Practice programming with security tools.
Study adversary emulation techniques.
Familiarize with cyber forensics and IoT security.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved a problem independently.
Explain how you adapt to technical challenges.
Discuss teamwork in challenging project situations.
Share your motivation for public service.

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