Job Description
Position Type: Part-Time / Student Worker
Open to Undergraduate Students (All majors are encouraged to apply)
About the Bradley Cybersecurity Clinic The Center for Cybersecurity is establishing the Bradley University Cybersecurity Clinic, designed to provide students with real-world, hands-on cybersecurity consulting experience and support to nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and local governments. The Clinic will be student-run and multidisciplinary, drawing participation from students in cybersecurity, management, marketing, accounting, among others.
Position Overview We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented student workers to help establish the Clinic, recruit client organizations, and perform assessment activities. As a Clinic student worker, you'll play a vital role in delivering cybersecurity services to real clients while gaining valuable professional experience in cybersecurity, consulting, communication, and teamwork. There are three primary roles available: Cybersecurity Analyst, Operations Coordinator, and Marketing Specialist.
Cybersecurity Analyst Cybersecurity Analysts work directly with clients to assess their cybersecurity posture, conduct research, and develop tailored recommendations. This is the core technical and consulting role within the clinic.
- Participate in client interviews and gather cybersecurity-related information.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments using frameworks like NIST CSF.
- Identify vulnerabilities in client systems, policies, and processes.
- Research cybersecurity best practices and industry-specific threats.
- Assist in drafting reports that summarize findings and provide actionable recommendations.
- Help clients understand risks and implement low-cost or no-cost mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with team members to deliver comprehensive services.
- Participate in training and development sessions on technical skills and ethical practices.
The Cybersecurity Analyst role is ideal for students studying Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related majors (but open to all with an interest in cybersecurity).
Desired Qualifications - Interest in cybersecurity, risk management, or related fields.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
- Detail-oriented with good problem-solving abilities.
- No prior technical experience required - we provide training!
Benefits - Paid student employment
- Flexible work schedule (10-20 hours/week)
- Practical, resume-building experience
- Opportunity to earn course credit or fulfill experiential learning requirements (depending on your major/college)
How to Apply To apply, please submit the following:
- Cover letter stating your interest in a particular role and explaining why you want to join the Cybersecurity Clinic
- Résumé highlighting relevant coursework, experience, or projects
For more information, contact Dr. Jacob Young, Director of the Center for Cybersecurity: jayoung@bradley.edu
Thank you for your interest in employment at Bradley University. Some undergraduate students (with limited family resources as determined by the results of the FAFSA) qualify for Work Study funds to help offset costs of college. This is a federally funded opportunity to earn "spending money" through part-time, on-campus employment. Eligibility for work-study does not guarantee you will find a campus job. Contact Financial Services for more information or to see if you qualify at 309-677-3089 or bufinaid@bradley.edu
Job Tags
Part time, Local area, Flexible hours,