Information Security Intern

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Position Information

• Posting Number: 20244997V
• Position Title: Information Security Intern
• Posting Type: Student
• Hours/week: TBD (10 hours/week)
• Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students
• Semester: 2025-2026 Academic Year
• Location: Kennedy Hall

Detailed Work Schedule Student must be able to work 2-3 consecutive hours at least 3 days a week Monday through Friday on site in the Kennedy Hall building. Working hours between 9 am to 5 pm.

Number of positions: 2 Department: 843-UTS - Information Security Contact Name: Ryan Chace and Leonard Nelson Contact Phone/Extension: 610.519.3564

Position Summary The Information Security Student Intern will work with the Information Security Operations team with a primary focus on gaining practical experience and knowledge in information security. The Information Security Intern will provide effective user and technical support, particularly in security access controls and guidance for user applications and other systems critical to Villanova University. Under the guidance of members of the Security Operations group, the intern will actively play an integral part in the implementation, remediation, and compliance of technical security across the enterprise. This is a temporary and semester-based position within the Information Security team which offers a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning and skill development in the realm of information security.

Technical Support & Maintenance

• Assist members of the Information Security Office with incident and service tickets, including creation and updates of runbooks related to tickets.
• Support the maintenance of the Application Inventory and related processes to automate and ensure the data in this inventory is accurate.
• Participate with programming to support procedures and automation of processes within the department.

Threat Management and Analysis

• Aid with threat hunting by leveraging data from key systems and threat intelligence from various sources.
• Collaborate and support the vulnerability management process, including infrastructure and web application vulnerability management scans.
• Utilize multiple security tools for vulnerability management, unstructured data analysis, and basic security protocols.

Documentation Analysis and Support

• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of documents such as spreadsheets that track measure and facilitate improvement of internal processes.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and initiatives that require analysis and keen desire to learn various tools.
• Assist with information security awareness activities appropriate for campus audiences.

Requirements Minimum Education

• A current Villanova University undergraduate student studying Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Information Security, Criminal Justice, Information Systems, or related field.

Work Experience

• Completion of coursework relevant to the position such as courses in information technology, cybersecurity, network security, computer science, or related topics is required.

Work Skills

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality of security issues
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively as part of a highly motivated team

Specific Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area
• Microsoft Windows operating systems and processes
• Functional understanding of application, network, database, physical, and system security and related computer technology and concepts
• Stays current and maintains effective level of expertise with technology advances in computer security

Preferred Work Experience

• Knowledge working with support ticket systems
• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or security-related role
• Experience in creating and maintaining documentation to support procedures and processes

Work Skills (Preferred)

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Web and application security skill
• Vulnerability management and penetration testing skills
• Operating system proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Windows and Linux) and troubleshooting skills

Specific Job Knowledge (Preferred)

• Knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area
• Knowledge of programming fundamentals
• Operating system concepts and system administration knowledge
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM solutions, or network monitoring tools

Other

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in information security or cybersecurity.

Additional Information Physical Demands Summary

• Wage Rate: $15/HR

Posting Detail Information

• Closing Date: 11:59pm ET
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

• Are you currently a registered Villanova student? (Yes / No)
• Are you eligible for work study? (Yes / No / I dont know)
• What is your availability (days and times)? (Open Ended Question)
• Have you ever worked on campus before? If "Y", what department and semester/year? (Open Ended Question)

Optional Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents