Title: Information Security Intern #W0185

State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist I

Hiring Range: $21.25

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking an Information Security Analyst Student Intern to support the agency’s Information Security Program. The intern will assist the Information Security Officer (ISO) and Information Systems staff with security compliance, risk management, vulnerability management, and security documentation activities that support the protection of Commonwealth and citizen data.

WORK HOURS: The students’ class schedule should permit them to be able to work between 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM with additional hours during school breaks. While there is some flexibility with the work schedule, a standard schedule will be set. The internship is a year-round position and will end no later than 6 months following graduation or when the individual is no longer a student.

LOCATION & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The office is in Capitol Square, Downtown Richmond. This position is part-time with no benefits & is limited to working an average of 29 hours per week or less with a max of 1500 hours per year. Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in an information technology or computer related program. Demonstrated ability to provide customer service or support to customers and working in a team environment. Familiarity with basic computer hardware and software concepts, Microsoft Office applications, and general cybersecurity principles. Strong organizational, time management, problem solving and multitasking skills. Must have attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to complete assignments on time. Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive attitude and work harmoniously with others. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability
to understand technical information and relay information to others in an effective manner.

Additional Considerations

A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities to include coursework or basic exposure to cybersecurity, risk management, or information security concepts, and general familiarity with networking, operating systems, or cybersecurity frameworks through academic study.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that before we can legally employ an individual, we must verify both the identity and employment authorization of the individual. VDACS uses Form I-9 to satisfy this requirement. Form I-9, instructions, and the List of Acceptable Documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9. VDACS does not offer sponsorship for employment purposes; therefore, the selected candidate will need to be able to provide acceptable documents in accordance with Form I-9 (use link above for more details). Additionally, VDACS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional assistance with this requirement, please contact hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-371-8066

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.