2026 Cyber Academy Interns

Darkwolfsolutions

Herndon, VA (Colorado Springs, CO, Herndon, VA, Omaha, NE) permanent

Posted: March 16, 2026

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Job Description

Cybersecurity Academy Internship:

Are you ready to go beyond the textbook ?

The Dark Wolf Cyber Academy (DWCA) internship is an immersive program designed to turn aspiring students into cybersecurity professionals. Unlike standard internships, we challenge you to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity through three critical lenses: Risk Management, Penetration Testing, and Cyber Engineering. This internship is built for people who want to grow fast.

The DWCA Internship is designed to be cyber intensive where you won’t just talk about security—you’ll build it. This program is structured into dedicated 2-3 week blocks where you work alongside professionals and are exposed to real-world tools and frameworks. From breaking into systems to building resilient cloud architectures, you will gain hands-on experience that bridges the gap between theory and implementation. This internship is designed to help you figure out your path—and give you experience to back it up.

Professional Sprints:

• Pentesting & Offensive Security: Adopt an adversarial perspective to identify and exploit critical vulnerabilities.

• Cyber Engineering: Move beyond policy to practical application by learning to architect and secure cloud environments.

• Risk Management & Compliance: Familiarize yourself with the components of authorization packages through hands-on development activities.

• AI Education & Emerging Tech: Explore the cutting edge of security by analyzing the impact of emerging technologies on modern cyber engineering.

Why DWCA?

• Real-World Impact: Work on a simulation that mirrors industry challenges

• Mentorship: Learn directly from professionals who serve as your dedicated day-to-day coaches

• Career Launchpad: Gain the practical, employable skills that prepare you to stand out in a competitive market

Desired Majors

• Cybersecurity

• Information Security

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Information Systems

Desired Skillsets

• Willingness to learn and apply knowledge

• Comfortable communicating and collaborating with teammates and leadership

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail

• Basic understanding of how cybersecurity protects systems and data (threats, risks, and why security matters)

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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