What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security IT Intern position at Aireon?
Company Overview
Aireon deployed the world’s first global space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time aircraft monitoring capabilities around the world, including over the poles, over the oceans and in remote areas.
Aireon data enables safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly aviation travel, resulting in significant CO2 emission reductions. More than 20 Air Navigation Service Providers representing more than 40 countries – including NAV CANADA, NATS (UK), Air Traffic and Navigation Services (South Africa), Airports Authority of India (AAI), and ASECNA (Africa) -- rely on Aireon data to navigate aircraft in their airspaces.
We are committed to offering an employment experience and benefits package that enables you and your family to grow with us and to share in our success.
Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities
The Aireon Internship Program is an opportunity for students to be a part of the Aireon teams that are making groundbreaking advancements in global air traffic surveillance. As an Intern, you’ll begin making an impact on real projects from day one! Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Aireon Internship program is a 12-week program that runs from May 27, 2025, to August 15, 2025. During the program, interns will have the opportunity to provide valuable support to an Aireon department on a project or important work assignment. Interns will also be provided an opportunity to engage with senior leadership and fellow interns through regular engagement activities.
The Security/IT Intern will learn to monitor, report, and mitigate cyber threats utilizing security tools and procedures. Intern will focus on improving policies and procedures surrounding Aireon environments with a focus on Risk Management, Threat Intelligence, and Incident Response. Intern will analyze internal systems and applications with a high priority on learning policies and procedures. Intern will be expected to learn quickly and ask questions often.
What You'll Do
- Learn basic knowledge of SIEM tools including, Netspi, Microsoft Defender, Azure, etc.
- Assist CISO and ISSO with monitoring security environments within Aireon.
- Contribute with security governance, risk, and compliance procedures.
- Write and present risk assessments for CISO and CTO based on vulnerabilities to Aireon Systems.
- Collect information during incident response and assist with documentation of incident.
Skills You Will Obtain
- Networking
- Presentation Skills
- Critical Thinking
- IT Applications
- Audit Review Processes
- Resume Building/Writing
Experience & Education Requirements / EEO
Required Qualifications
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Must be at least a rising junior.
- Must be willing to come into the office 3 days a week.
- Ideally have an interest in cyber or IT work.
Desired Qualifications
- Willingness to learn new programs.
- Willingness to work with individuals inside and outside of Security.
About You
You are curious and eager to learn. We value interns who are naturally curious and eager to explore new technologies and concepts.
You have strong communication skills. Clear communication is vital for collaborating with team members on new ideas.
You pay attention to detail. Precision and attention to detail are vital in systems engineering task.
You take a proactive approach. You are willing to question why we are doing processes the way we do them.
You are resilient. You have a positive attitude toward attacking challenging problems.
About the Team
- The security/IT team is composed of 6 individuals working closely with the engineering team and IPT. Most members of the team are in the office 3 days a week with 2 days working remotely. The team communicates often via Teams or email when not in the office. All 6 team members meet every day at 3pm for a daily standup meeting to go over any blockers or questions.
Aireon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.