College Intern (Cybersecurity Intern)

Job Description:

College Intern (Cybersecurity Intern)

Description

Solano County's Department of Information Technology is hiring College Interns!

Solano County Department of Information Technology (DoIT) provides customer-oriented and convenient access to information and services through the use of technology; anytime - anywhere. The County strives for cost-effective use of technology, with interactive exchange and sharing of data within departments, with constituents, with other governments and business partners. The guiding principles of DoIT are:

• Support and facilitate access to County information for the public and its employees and to help the County conduct its business in a fast and easy manner
  
• Support the business goals of the County in an efficient, cost-effective manner
  
• Provide safe and secure systems and an integration mechanism to streamline business practices
  
• Provide ongoing technology training for staff
  
• Provide opportunities for constituents to utilize technology in their interaction with the County
  
• Share and exchange information using multiple channels
  

Click here to learn more about the Department of Information Technology

College Intern positions offer college students practical work experience through projects, which are related to the student’s field of study. College Students employed in this class may be assigned to various County departments. This recruitment will be used to fill all current and future positions.

The Salary range is from $17.50 - $23.25 depending on College Units completed.

• Lower Level - completion of 0 to 59 semester units (0 to 89-quarter units) $17.50.
  
• Upper Level - completion of at least 60 semester units (90-quarter units). $20.00.
  
• Graduate Level - Actively enrolled in a Master’s Degree Program. $23.25.
  

6/24/2026 - 5:00pm - Application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

7/3/2026 - 5:00pm - Application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

This recruitment is intended to fill College Intern (Extra-Help) positions. Extra-help employees do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service. The hours worked may be part-time or full-time, but hours cannot exceed more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.

Note: All CalPERS retirees applying for Extra Help positions must meet CalPERS post retirement employment requirements. Work must be performed for a limited duration and retiree annuitant may not work more than 960 hours per fiscal year.

About the role
This internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world security operations in a government IT environment. You will work alongside experienced security analysts, support the day-to-day activities of the SOC and gaining practical experience across threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and security documentation.

What you will do

• Monitor security alerts and events in Microsoft Sentinel under the supervision of a senior analyst
• Assist with triaging and documenting security incidents in the ticketing system
• Support vulnerability scanning activities using Tenable and help track remediation progress
• Help maintain security documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in access review activities and identity hygiene tasks in Entra ID
• Research emerging threats, CVEs, and security advisories and summarize findings for the team
• Shadow senior analysts during incident investigations and threat hunting exercises
• Assist with preparing security awareness materials and training content

What we are looking for
Currently studying towards a degree or certification in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field at an accredited college or university

• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Familiarity with operating systems - Windows and Linux
• Curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn
• Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly and maintain confidentiality

Nice to have

• Exposure to SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, or ticketing systems
• Any security certifications or coursework (CompTIA Security+, Google Cybersecurity Certificate, etc.)
• Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 or NIST frameworks

What you will gain

• Hands-on experience in a live SOC environment supporting real security operations
• Exposure to enterprise security tools including Microsoft Sentinel, Tenable, and Entra ID
• Mentorship from experienced security professionals
• Experience working in a regulated environment (CJIS, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)

• A strong foundation for a career in cybersecurity

Essential Duties

Duties will vary depending on the department to which the student is assigned and may include but are not limited to the following:

• Learns to assist with technical or professional work.
• Learns to provide information to the public.
• Learns to conduct studies, gather and analyze research data using standardized procedures.
• Participates in assignments related to agency organization, procedures, and budget requirements; gathers tabulates and analyzes data for studies using computers and assists in developing presentations, charts, spreadsheets and other documents and materials.
• Learns to prepare appropriate documentation for activities including administrative reports, progress reports, completion of forms or other work products.
• Learns to interpret agency policies, rules and regulations.
• Acts as a resource to other departments by providing or researching information or referring to other organizations, agencies, programs and individuals in the course of assigned duties.
• Attends and participates in standard activities such as staff meetings, in-service training, and workshops.

Position Requirements

Experience: No experience required.

Education: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university.

Other Requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License may be required.

Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university must be provided.

Knowledge of:

• Basic goals and principles of Public Administration.
• General principles of organization, administration and management.
• Methods used in budget and administrative analysis.

Skills to:

• Operate office equipment including a personal computer, copy and fax machines and printers.

Ability to:

• Learn to research, comprehend, interpret, and apply laws/legislation, rules, regulations, procedures, and related information; comply with laws, regulations, and professional practices.
• Learn to collect and analyze data to establish/identify needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Learn to initiate studies and prepare reports on administrative issues.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
• Use computer assistance to gather and analyze data.
• Maintain accurate records and document actions taken; use proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Effectively communicate and interact with County management staff, department managers, the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department both orally and in writing; communicate effectively with people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and temperaments.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

6/24/2026 - 5:00pm - Application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

7/3/2026 - 5:00pm - Application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-1113, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

Proof of education is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more, view our benefits summary .

Closing Date/Time: 7/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$4,030.00 Monthly