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Sierra Nevada Corporation · 3 months ago

Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst Intern - Summer 2026

Sparks, NV

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a global leader in aerospace and national security, seeking a Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst Intern for Summer 2026. In this role, you will assist in preparing the organization for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) audit by collecting compliance evidence, updating security policies, and conducting gap analyses.

AerospaceCyber SecurityHardwareNavigationProduct DesignSecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist with the collection and organization of compliance evidence

Review and help update critical security policies and documentation

Support the team in conducting gap analyses against CMMC controls

Attend planning meetings, ask questions, and bring your ideas to the table

Contribute to the development and improvement of compliance documentation for audits, assessments, and certifications

Contribute to the development and implementation of a unified CMMC and DFARS compliance strategy

Support the creation and delivery of training programs to educate employees on DFARS and CMMC requirements

Participate in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI)

Qualification

Cybersecurity compliance frameworksCMMC compliance strategyRisk assessmentMitigationCompTIA Security+ certificationIT auditing courseworkCollaborative team environmentMicrosoft Office proficiencyOrganization skillsDetail oriented

Required

Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship

The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Contribute to the development and improvement of compliance documentation for audits, assessments, and certifications

Contribute to the development and implementation of a unified CMMC and DFARS compliance strategy

Support the creation and delivery of training programs to educate employees on DFARS and CMMC requirements

Participate in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI)

Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio

Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment

Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented