Student: Information Security Assistant at Space Dynamics Laboratory – Huntsville, Alabama

Job ID: 6227
Date Posted: February 4, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an Information Security Assistant to support cybersecurity continuous monitoring, cybersecurity engineering, and cybersecurity supply chain risk management for secure systems at our location in Huntsville, AL. This position is open for an undergraduate/graduate student, and the duration of this role is expected to be from hire, while enrolled at least part-time, up to one semester after graduation.

Responsibilities include supporting recurring continuous monitoring tasks, such as weekly system auditing, completing system configuration scans/checklists, cybersecurity tools monitoring, and other tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a student that remains enrolled at least part-time (excluding summer semester) in a regionally accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program with at least one year of school remaining
• Must be able to work onsite for 15-20 hours per week during the school year and possibly more during the summer, depending on operational needs and the student’s availability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be consistently detail-oriented and organized
• Must be a problem-solver and have a solutions focused mindset
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Interim Secret security clearance to start, and ultimately obtain a final Secret security clearance

• Technical skills and/or experience with various cybersecurity tools with strong preference to include use/deployment of Logrythm, McAfee/Trellix ePO suite (DLP, Application Control, RSD, etc.), Active Directory, Nessus, STIG Viewer, SCC SCAP, DISA STIGs.
• Experience interfacing with military or Government personnel
• Participation in a school project or other experience related to implementation of NIST SP 800-53 controls
• Participation in a school project or other experience related to Cybersecurity-Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM)
• Enrollment in a computer engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, or other closely related technical degree program
• Related industry certifications, such as Security+, Network+, ISC2 CC, Microsoft or Linux based certs

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.