Summer Intern

Global Science & Technology, Inc. (GST) is seeking a Summer Intern who will support the NRESS II (NASA Research and Education Support Services) contract working with the NSPIRES (NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System) IT team to help document and validate IT Security requirements.Candidates should familiarize themselves with NSPIRE before applying (https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/). This is a hybrid telework position – candidates must be local to the DC metro area and able to attend in-person meetings in Crystal City, VA when requested.Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Interviews will take place via video on Microsoft Teams with candidates required to be on camera.Position Summary:

• Work with the NSPIRES IT team to help document and support ongoing Assessment and Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities
• Assist in vulnerability management by creating and monitoring security tickets
• Work with the NSPIRES IT team to implement security controls
• Assist with implementing automated security processes to ensure the efficiency of IT Security activities
• Update IT security documentation when needed to support continuous monitoring activities (System Security Plans, Contingency Plan, Privacy Impact Assessment, etc.)
• Communicate and identify gaps in internal and external processes

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• Current Junior or Senior year student enrolled in a Bachelor’s program (not graduate)
• No preferred field of study but coursework should include cybersecurity policies and risk management

• Knowledge of Risk Management Framework
• Strong English speaking and writing skills; Strong organization skills
• Ability to work with a team to achieve a common goal; Ability to be self-motivated and able to take initiative to learn and solve problems
• Ability to adapt to consistent process changes
• Knowledge of NIST publication series particularly NIST 800-37 and NIST 800-53 Rev 5 is an advantage but not required
• Knowledge of tools like JIRA and Confluence is an advantage but not required

Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements.CompensationAt GST we celebrate your contributions we will provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care for full-time employees working 30-plus hours per week. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance.Salary at GST is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the GST total compensation package for employees.Identity StatementAs part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.Work Definitions If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a company or client site facility.

• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work at the client site – in person, or as needed for the specific role.

GST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.GST provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Global Science & Technology, Inc.