What are the responsibilities and job description for the Undergraduate Information Technology Support - Security Clearance Required position at Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University?
The IT Services of the Applied Research Laboratory is seeking undergraduate students to work across a variety of information technology disciplines including, but not limited to : computing support, networking, systems administration, helpdesk support, and cybersecurity.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
Responsibilities include :
End-user support - Answering phones / emails
Technical writing
Assisting with installation, configuration, testing, maintenance, and support of computing and network hardware and software
Assisting in the development of process and equipment documentation; assisting with equipment inventory and auditing
Assisting with cybersecurity initiatives
Assisting with programming and software development tasks and other duties as assigned
Students studying Information Science and Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering are encouraged to apply.
Required skills and experience include :
Excellent communication, customer service, technical writing, and organizational skills
Preferred skills and experience include :
Configuration, installation, and support of network equipment as well as programming
Microsoft Windows systems in a domain environment, iOS, and Linux
The successful candidate will work up to 30 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours per week over the summer.
Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
