Inside Higher Ed · 1 hour ago
Cyber Range Student Assistant
Dalton, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$15/hr - $15/hrColumbus State University is a dynamic institution that fosters innovative learning and career development. The Cyber Range Student Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the university's Cyber Range, providing hands-on experience in event coordination and technical administration within a cybersecurity environment.
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Responsibilities
Ensure the Cyber Range remains a clean, professional, and organized workspace. This includes managing cables, cleaning equipment, and organizing the physical space to maintain an environment conducive to learning
Help maintain logs and spreadsheets related to Cyber Range usage, such as student sign-ins and session attendance, to support the Administrator with operational reporting
Monitor the Cyber Range's shared inbox for booking requests. You will be responsible for checking the calendar for potential availability, gathering all necessary details from the requestor, and then presenting the request to the Administrator for final approval. Once approved, you will assist in communicating the confirmation back to the requestor
Assist the Administrator in preparing for information sessions. Responsibilities include setting up the presentation room, testing audio and visual equipment (microphones, projectors, cameras), and ensuring virtual meeting links (Zoom/Teams) are functional
Act as essential event support for large-scale mock interview days. Your primary role is to ensure the event runs smoothly by guiding visiting students and industry professionals to the correct locations, answering questions, and managing the flow of people. You will also assist with the setup and takedown of the event space
Conduct guided tours of the facility for visitors, showcasing its capabilities and explaining how it supports hands-on cybersecurity learning, as directed by the Administrator
Assist in coordinating logistics for pop-up events where industry professionals visit to speak with students. This includes helping prepare the space and ensuring guest speakers have what they need
Act as a helpful point of contact for the Black Box Society. Assist them with scheduling range time and setting up the technical environment for competition practice, all under the Administrator's guidance
Create basic promotional materials, such as flyers and digital signs, using university-approved templates (e.g., in Canva, Adobe Express). You will also be responsible for the physical distribution of these materials, which includes hanging flyers and signs in designated high-traffic areas across campus to promote upcoming events and opportunities in the Cyber Range
Perform routine content updates to the Cyber Range website and SharePoint sites as directed, ensuring event calendars, news, and resources are accurate
Assist the Administrator in writing and updating operational documents, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and inventories, to ensure all documentation is clear and current
Under the close supervision of the Administrator, provide technical support by assisting with OS installation and configuration, helping to document network layouts and assets, and performing basic hardware troubleshooting
As you gain experience, you may have the opportunity to prepare and lead technical training sessions for your peers, such as introductory Capture the Flag (CTF) workshops. This is a key growth opportunity to develop leadership and teaching skills under the guidance of the Administrator
Performs other related duties and assists with special projects as assigned by the Administrator
Qualification
Required
Must be a currently enrolled student at the university in good academic standing
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, and industry professionals
Demonstrated reliability, proactiveness, and a strong work ethic
Must have the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support scheduled events
Comfortable using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, email, calendars) and a willingness to learn new tools
Preferred
Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Basic familiarity with the Linux and Windows command line and general networking concepts
Previous experience in a customer service or event support role
Previous experience in a help desk role
Public speaking, tutoring, or experience leading group activities
Experience with content creation tools like Canva or Adobe Express for making flyers or social media posts
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
Earned vacation time
Sick leave
13 paid holidays
Tuition Assistance Program
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