Cloud Automation Intern
Enlighten is looking for a Cloud Automation Intern. The ideal candidate will enter their senior year or final semester of college after the summer 2025 internship. Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment, maintaining and updating big data systems automation and cloud management tooling. Target to start this role in the Summer of 2025. Will work a hybrid schedule with some on-site work in the Maryland office a few days a week.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of distributed computing systems and configuration management automation
- Scripting in languages such as Python and Bash for automation and development of product features
- Troubleshooting customer reported issues in applications and providing support
- Engage in quality assurance testing
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Security Clearance - A current U.S. Government security clearance is not required on 1st day, but will be processed for a Secret level; U.S. Citizenship required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and must be working towards a Bachelor's degree with at least 60% of the required credits completed. Degree must be in Computer Science or related field.
- Python software development
- Bash scripting
- Familiarity with Git or other version control software
- Comfortable working on a Linux command line
- Self-motivated – a strong desire to find and address gaps in execution or capability without explicit direction
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize open issues/ tickets accordingly
- Problem solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed
- Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2-3 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.
Preferred Requirements
- Knowledge and/or experience with Go and Puppet.
- A current Secret level clearance is desired.
- Prior technical internship experience is a big plus.
- A Security+ certification is a plus, but not required.