Security Intern - Administrative at Mission Systems – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Security Intern - Administrative

ID: 2026-70159
USA-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 1/13/2026
Category: Security
Employment Type: Intern
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of business principles. Security Administrative Interns must be enrolled in an accredited degree program with a preference in National Security, Emergency Management, Physical Security, Law Enforcement or a related field.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Apply your classroom-learned skills to a program supporting the defense of our country. GDMS has an immediate opening for an Security Administrative Intern to join our team. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation's fundamental defense services. This position will support program teams supporting the efforts

The selected candidate will work with collaborative teams on various projects of the GDMS organization and its clients. In addition to receiving a competitive wage, the Security Administrative Intern will enhance their skill set by working among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. Interns will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Perform a limited number of clerical and administrative tasks to support security department functions.
• Identify, prioritize and schedule work assignments that impact internal programs.
• Create and maintain accurate records as assigned by management.
• Initiate and maintain personnel security clearances for employees and consultants.
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit arrangements and facility security verifications as required.
• Schedule security awareness briefing, indoctrinations, and educational training as required.
• Participate in government assessments and internal self-inspections as required.
• Review government and company records and report discrepancies to immediate supervisor.
• Gain comprehensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), physical, personnel and information security requirements.

This position will be onsite 5 days per week in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $22.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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