Texas PSF - Cybersecurity Intern

Texas PSF - Cybersecurity Intern (00047917) 

Organization

: Texas Permanent School Fund 

Primary Location

: Texas-Austin 

Work Locations

: Texas Permanent School Fund 400 West 15th Street  Austin 78702 

  

Job

: Computer and Mathematical 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Schedule

: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time State Job Code: 706U  Salary Admin Plan: N/A Grade: 00  

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 25.00 - 25.00 (Hourly) 

Number of Openings

: 1 

Overtime Status

: Non-exempt 

Job Posting

: Feb 4, 2025, 10:28:58 PM 

Closing Date

: Ongoing 

Description

 

*Salary is commensurate with experience.

Job Summary:  
Cybersecurity Intern will work on a project aimed at identifying AI-specific cyberattacks that could impact the Texas Permanent School Fund (Texas PSF). This role involves conducting interviews with key staff, researching various threats, analyzing attack vectors, and proposing mitigation strategies to safeguard our organization. The intern will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity with a focus on AI threats, making a tangible impact on our organization's security posture.  
  
  
Lastly, the intern will perform cybersecurity activities including vulnerability management, cybersecurity risk assessment, and incident response. This internship provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the security of a vital organization while gaining practical experience in the field of cybersecurity.  
  
  
Duties/Responsibilities:    
• Additional duties may be assigned at the manager’s discretion or upon business need.  
  
  
• Conduct in-depth interviews with staff across various departments to map out and understand critical organizational processes and the cybersecurity implications associated.        
  
• Perform extensive research into emerging AI-driven cyber threats, identifying potential vulnerabilities within the organization's key operational areas.        
  
  
• Develop and propose comprehensive cybersecurity mitigation strategies to address identified AI threats, including the recommendation of cutting-edge security technologies and process enhancements.        
  
  
• Assist with conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and participate in compliance reviews.        
  
  
• Conduct threat intelligence and threat hunting, using security tools and resources for investigating security incidents.        
  

 

Qualifications

 

Required Minimum Qualifications-   
• Must be enrolled in an accredited institution while majoring in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.  
  
  
• Must be, an Undergraduate rising Junior or Senior (May 2025 graduates are welcome), or a Graduate Student.  
  
  
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.  
  
  
• Demonstrated skills in cybersecurity and AI technologies.  
  
  
We Offer
• State-paid health and life insurance plans.

• Optional benefits, such as dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401K and 457 plans and much more.

• State of Texas defined benefit plan.

• Paid holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

How to Apply
This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the education sector by ensuring the responsible management of funds dedicated to supporting Texas schools. If you are motivated and ready to learn, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Contact Us
Any questions? Ask our HR Team! Email us today at PSFHR@texaspsf.org

The Texas Permanent School Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, and disability.