Job Description

Cloud Cybersecurity Intern

Leidos is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Cloud Cybersecurity Intern to join our outstanding MDEC Cloud team. Our team operates at the cutting edge of developing and implementing robust multi-cloud solutions, embracing a cloud-agnostic approach to deliver exceptional value and tackle complex challenges for our end users.

As a Cloud Cybersecurity Intern, you will be expected to demonstrate a solid understanding of fundamental networking and security concepts, including TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, system administration, and core security principles. A key part of your role will involve performing basic-level cyber analysis of potential events that could pose risks to Leidos assets.

You will play an integral part in a collaborative environment, working closely with cloud engineers, architects, and other IT professionals to execute tasks assigned by your manager. We highly value initiative; therefore, you will be encouraged to share your innovative ideas, embrace constructive feedback, and actively contribute to enhancing overall team performance. A positive and open approach to teamwork and collaboration is paramount to your success in this dynamic role.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a motivated self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of creating detailed technical reports on analytic findings.
• Review DoD intelligence to proactively identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct basic cloud-level cyber analysis of potential security events and incidents.
• Perform comprehensive vulnerability, risk, and threat analysis to assess system weaknesses.
• Execute various other cloud-related duties as assigned, supporting the team’s broader objectives.
• Track and manage Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) checklists across diverse operating systems and applications.
• Assist in the implementation of STIG configurations to harden systems.
• Manage Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability reports and perform necessary remediation actions.
• Ensure continuous compliance with periodic Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) and STIG requirements to enhance server security.
• Conduct ongoing vulnerability, risk, and threat assessments to maintain a robust security posture.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program from an accredited college/university in a related field of study.
• Familiarity with Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of web application security principles.
• Understanding of various cybersecurity frameworks and risk management methodologies.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of corrective action management and auditing principles.
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to safety and quality.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, system administration, and common security elements.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) directives and policies and procedures pertaining to sensitive information.

Why Leidos?

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo – because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 – and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Important Information

• Original Posting Date: February 3, 2026
• Anticipated Close Date: For U.S. Positions, while subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
• Pay Range: $48,100.00 – $86,950.00
  The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.