Cyber Security Intern

at BWX Technologies
Published March 29, 2023
Location Lynchburg, VA
Category Default  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental remediation, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With approximately 7,000 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. In addition, BWXT joint ventures provide management and operations at more than a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. Follow us on Twitter at @BWXT and learn more at www.bwxt.com .

BWXT is seeking a Cyber Security Intern for its Lynchburg, VA location!

The Cyber Security Intern will be assigned to assist with administrative duties supporting the BWXT LTC facilities. The candidate will be under the direction of the corporate Cyber Security Operations Manager.

Responsibilities/ Duties:

  • Assist with work related to queued work orders received and assigned by the help desk

  • Assist with creation of cyber security-related process and procedure documentation

  • Perform basic information security related tasks under supervision of cyber engineers

  • May be required to assist the other local IT staff with a variety of projects

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High School Diploma with current enrollment and completed college coursework in Information Technology is required.

  • Candidate must have awareness of the PC hardware components, desktop operating system software, application software and some network troubleshooting. Candidate should have prior experience or education related to performing risk assessments, developing security plans, and developing Standard Security Configuration Guides or similar technical products.

  • Candidate must have awareness of the PC Industry’s current and emerging technology trends and direction, as well as a keen interest in computer-based information systems and technology. Interested applicants should possess excellent analytical skills as well as have the ability to research and understand technical documentation, and an understanding of how to apply various technical resources.

  • Ability to perform tasks such as application installations and upgrades, virus protection and eradication.

  • Able to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information such as security infractions and security incidents.

  • Able to interact effectively with management, staff and other company personnel, and work independently, and/or as part of a team.

  • Ability to report to work at an assigned office location. This position does not include a remote work option.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding COVID-19 and other health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company COVID-19 requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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