The Cybersecurity Temporary Intern will report to the Cybersecurity Lead and work to increase the state of Cybersecurity across the entire university system. The individual selected will work daily with members of the Information Technology division. This position requires a person that has strong technical knowledge of endpoints (Macs and PCs), networking technologies, and the implementation of security best practices. The chosen candidate will be a self-starter that can manage and carry out assigned cybersecurity projects from inception to successful rollout and validation with guidance from the CyberSec Lead. This position will work remotely but may be requested/required to meet at The New School campus with prior notification.
The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that upholds and advances diversity and inclusion across all areas of employment, education, and access to its educational, artistic, and cultural programs and activities. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with the CyberSec lead to identify appropriate cybersecurity projects within their skill set
Produces a cybersecurity project roadmap with timeline and specified criteria that define a successful outcome
Engage appropriate stakeholders to determine their position and requirements in relation to the specified project outcomes
Identify and successfully complete applicable cybersecurity tool or methodology training that is required for successful completion of the project with guidance and funding from the Cybersecurity Lead
Perform evaluation of the completed cybersecurity project in relation to the CIS Top 18 framework.
WORKMODE
Hybrid – Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus when necessary in order to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions.
HOURLYRATE
$22 – $24 per hour
Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be at least a rising senior and must have a track record of student success and potential as demonstrated by a minimum 3.2 GPA, a project portfolio, prior work experiences and/or the recommendation of a professor.
Understanding of cyber security terms and frameworks.
Ability to read, understand and carry out technical actions provided by a vendor or training website without supervision
Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, time management, communications, organizational skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, in written and verbal form.
Basic G-suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills
Preferred Qualifications:
PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS
CompTIA Security Plus or Network Plus certification or other cybersecurity certifications
Previous IT or cyber security work experience for a small or medium sized business
The New School, a leading university in downtown New York City, offers degree and nondegree academic programs in design, the social sciences, the liberal arts, management, the arts, and media. Students benefit from small classes, superior resources, and renowned faculty members who practice what they teach. Continuing education courses and public programs place the university at the center of New York’s cultural and intellectual life.