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COLSA is honored to be named one of the '2022 Best Midsize Employers' by Forbes. This honor is a reflection of our collaborative, employee-centric culture. People are COLSA's greatest asset and are instrumental in serving our clients with innovative programs and industry-leading technology.

COLSA Corporation is seeking high-school interns to join COLSA's 2024 summer internship program. We are looking for motivated students who enjoy researching issues related to cyber security.

• Selected applicant will assist in developing techniques for preventing, detecting and responding to real world cyber attacks.
• Perform tasks and projects aligned with cybersecurity disciplines in a corporate environment
• Assists with creation and analysis of routine projects, programs, policies and procedures
• Performs assigned intern projects and follows them to completion
• Supports more experienced personnel
• At conclusion of the internship, interns will brief COLSA senior management on accomplishments

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

Required Qualifications

• Current high school student enrolled in a STEM or other collegiate prep program
• A basic understanding of Cybersecurity as well as IP connected devices, and operating systems.
• Understanding of Linux and Windows shell commands
• Ability to install and configure operating systems as well as create virtual machines
• US Citizenship required; Must be able to pass criminal background check prior to start.
• Must be able to commute to office in Huntsville AL for the entirety of the internship.
• Strong organizational skills – ability to manage multiple tasks and document progress.
• Task Management – must be able to multitask and prioritize work according to business needs.
• Candidates may be asked to provide references from faculty and/or technical mentors to confirm eligibility.

Candidates should expect a challenging in-person technical interview.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of at least one of the following:

• Industry level certification such as Sec+
• Completion of advanced placement (AP) Computer Science course or AP Computer Programming course
• Completion of computer science course at junior or senior level
• Participation in STEM related extracurricular activity such as Cyber Patriot.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.