Position Title: Information Assurance Intern – Summer 2027
Location: Onsite in San Antonio, Texas
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; active clearance not required
Employment Type: Summer Internship
Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow, status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software and technology for government and military customers. Using agile development practices and user-centered design, we create innovative solutions to complex, real-world problems.
The Information Assurance Intern will join RII’s Security team for the Summer of 2027, gaining hands-on experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability management, continuous monitoring, and day-to-day Information Assurance operations. This role will work alongside ISSMs, ISSOs, and Industrial Security professionals to support DoD and government programs while developing practical experience in cybersecurity risk management and compliance.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Support Information Assurance and Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, including log reviews, vulnerability scans, and documentation updates.
Assist with NIST SP 800-171 and Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities, including control evidence collection and tracking.
Support Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) management by reviewing findings and tracking remediation efforts.
Assist with audit and assessment readiness activities, including preparation of documentation and evidence for DAAPM, JSIG, and CMMC requirements.
Create and maintain compliance trackers, documentation, workflows, and IA knowledge bases using tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
Shadow ISSM and ISSO personnel to gain exposure to system authorization, accreditation, and security lifecycle activities.
Participate in cybersecurity awareness activities, training, and team initiatives.
Provide analytical, documentation, and administrative support for cybersecurity and Information Assurance projects.
Collaborate with security and technical teams to identify opportunities to improve compliance processes and cyber risk management.
WHAT YOU HAVE DONE
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Demonstrated interest in Information Assurance, cybersecurity, risk management, or compliance.
Familiarity with one or more of the following: NIST SP 800-171, RMF, JSIG, DAAPM, or CMMC.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and with discretion.
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
EVEN BETTER
Prior internship, coursework, academic project, or hands-on experience in cybersecurity, Information Assurance, risk management, or compliance.
Exposure to vulnerability management or scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, or Qualys.
Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar workflow and project management tools.
Security+ or another entry-level cybersecurity certification, or actively pursuing certification.
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies, security controls, or authorization processes.
Experience documenting technical processes, maintaining compliance records, or analyzing security findings.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Demonstrated interest in Information Assurance, cybersecurity, risk management, or compliance.
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171, RMF, JSIG, DAAPM, or CMMC.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and with discretion.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; an active clearance is not required.
- Prior internship, coursework, academic project, or hands-on experience in cybersecurity, Information Assurance, risk management, or compliance.
- Exposure to vulnerability management or scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, or Qualys.
- Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar workflow and project management tools.
- Security+ or another entry-level cybersecurity certification, or actively pursuing certification.
- Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies, security controls, or authorization processes.
- Experience documenting technical processes, maintaining compliance records, or analyzing security findings.
What We Do
Research Innovations is a small technology company focused on the development and application of emerging technologies that solve complex problems within the Defense and Intelligence communities.
