AI/Automation Development Intern – Assessment & Authorization

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create and sustain automation scripts to enhance RMF processes and A&A workflows.

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of AI-enabled tools for RMF analysis, security control assessments, and the processing of authorization packages.

• Develop and refine scripts in Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript for automating data extraction, transformation, and compliance documentation.

• Facilitate the integration of AI/ML models into RMF and A&A tools and platforms.

• Work collaboratively with senior developers, security analysts, and authorization experts to discover automation opportunities.

• Document technical specifications, user manuals, and process workflows.

• Engage in code reviews and promote the ongoing enhancement of automation frameworks.

• Perform testing and quality assurance on automation scripts and AI-enabled applications.

• Aid in data analysis and visualization to support RMF and authorization decision-making.

• Maintain and improve automation tools, dashboards, and compliance tracking systems.

• Contribute to the automation of security control documentation, evidence gathering, and authorization status reporting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (preferably Junior or Senior standing).

• Experience with scripting in one or more of the following: Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, or Bash.

• Proven ability to produce clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

• Basic comprehension of automation principles and workflow optimization.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Capable of obtaining and maintaining a Secret clearance (or higher if necessary).

• Preferred: experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries, AI-powered coding assistants, RPA tools, NLP/LLMs, AI tools for code generation, cybersecurity frameworks, Git, APIs, cloud platforms, data visualization, databases, previous automation/AI/cybersecurity internship or project experience, Agile/Scrum, DevOps and CI/CD, relevant coursework or certifications, low-code/no-code platforms, compliance management tools, and AI assistant integration.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive internship compensation.

• Opportunity for hands-on experience in automation and AI technologies.

• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.

• Flexible work hours to accommodate academic commitments.