---
title: 'Intern - Information Security (Cybersecurity) at NISC'
canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/intern-information-security-cybersecurity-nisc-mandan-bdtz9b1sykd3'
type: 'job'
last_seen: '2026-09-12'
---

# Intern - Information Security (Cybersecurity) at NISC

- **Company:** NISC
- **Location:** Mandan, ND
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/testnisc/jobs/8191987

## Job description

## About NISC

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 1,200+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.

**Current applications submitted will be under consideration for Summer 2027 (May-August)**

Position Overview

The Information Security internship position is a role that requires a combination of technical expertise, critical thinking, and business-oriented project management.  You will primarily work on advancing NISC’s information security initiatives by managing various information security technologies, maintaining a set of critical security controls, supporting several information security audits, and supporting NISC’s information security policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

- Monitor external security vulnerabilities on company systems and route issues to system owners for remediation
- Assist with information security audits, including annual SOC compliance activities
- Serve as a resource to other employees regarding information security questions, policies, and best practices
- Support the administration of information security and physical security programs
- Conduct research, analyze security-related issues, and contribute to projects that strengthen the organization's security posture
- Commitment to NISC's Statement of Shared Values

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Preferred

- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices.

- Familiarity with vulnerability management concepts and industry resources such as CVE, CVSS, and NVD.

- Working knowledge of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, and a foundational understanding of networking concepts such as firewalls, network segmentation, and access controls.

- Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to learn and adapt in a rapidly changing security environment.

- Effective verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism and ethical judgment.

Desired Education

- ​​High School diploma or equivalency required
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in information security, cyber security, information technology or a related field

## Minimum Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate.  Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.

## About NISC

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: NISC is an information technology cooperative that develops and supports software and hardware solutions for rural energy and communications companies across the U.S.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Cooperative – not VC-funded; operates as a non-profit member-owned cooperative)
- **Headquarters**: Lake Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
- **Founded**: 2000 (formed from the consolidation of two cooperatives dating back to 1966 and 1967)
- **Founders**: N/A (formed via merger of Central Area Data Processing Cooperative and North Central Data Cooperative)

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Information Technology for the energy and telecommunications sectors
- **Target Customers**: Rural electric cooperatives, public power utilities, and communications providers (B2B, exclusively serving member-owners)
- **Mission Statement**: To deliver information technology solutions and services that are Member and Customer focused, quality driven and value priced.

## Products & Services
- **NISC Enterprise Suite**: Integrated IT solutions for consumer and subscriber billing, accounting, engineering & operations, and other back-office functions.
- **iGEAR**: A subsidiary providing an online store platform for NISC members, processing over 5,000 orders totaling more than $1.1 million in online sales.
- **Print & Mailing Services**: Produced 338 million statement images in 2025 (including 78.6 million e-bill-only statements and 177 million mail pieces).
- **Payroll Services**: Calculates nearly 1.8 million paychecks annually, tracking an annual payroll in excess of $6.8 billion for 74,000 professionals employed by NISC members.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (cooperative; no public valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Over 970 member-owners served across the U.S., American Samoa, Palau, and Canada
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (member-owned cooperative; no external investors)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Named a Computerworld "Best Places to Work in IT" for the 23rd consecutive year (2026)
  - Employs over 1,400 people across four facilities and remote locations
  - iGEAR subsidiary shows active e-commerce growth

## Competitive Advantages
- **Cooperative Structure**: Unique in the tech industry – as a cooperative, NISC’s priority is serving its member-owners rather than maximizing shareholder returns, fostering long-term stability and trust.
- **Deep Domain Expertise**: Over 50 years of combined history (via predecessor organizations) serving rural energy and communications sectors, creating specialized, entrenched solutions.
- **Integrated Ecosystem**: Offers a full suite of billing, accounting, engineering, and operational software, creating high switching costs for members.
- **Financial Stability**: Non-profit, member-owned model provides consistent reinvestment and resilience.

## Strategic Focus
- **Member Success**: Emphasis on world-class support and service excellence through a dedicated Member Success team.
- **Technology Modernization**: Continual development of advanced IT solutions, including distributed engineering workstations and broadband services.
- **Diversification**: Supporting members in maximizing opportunities in the changing energy and communications landscapes.
- **Sustainability**: Implementing eco-friendly practices across offices (recycling, filtered faucets, automated LED/solar lighting).

## Why Work Here
- **Award-Winning Culture**: Recognized by Computerworld as a top IT workplace for 23 years – a rare and consistent honor.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**:
  - Zero-premium medical insurance
  - Health Savings Account with $100 monthly contributions from NISC (plus up to $800 annual wellness rewards)
  - Fully covered life insurance (up to 4x salary) and short-/long-term disability
  - 401(k) with 4% base employer contribution + up to 6% employee match
  - PTO accrual, 120 Life Event Leave hours, 9 paid holidays, and 1 paid Holiday Week/Sabbatical
  - $2,500 interest-free technology loan program
  - $25,000 employee educational assistance program
- **Work-Life Balance**: Emphasized as a core value; free coffee/tea, onsite markets, monthly meet-ups, and volunteer/wellness committees.
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Offices in Missouri, North Dakota, Iowa, and Virginia, with employees also working remotely across the U.S.
- **Engineering Culture**: Pride in having "some of the best software developers" and working with the latest technology; roles include Software Developer, Database Conversion (ETL), Quality Engineering, and more.
- **Social Responsibility**: Employee-run Benevolence Fund to support coworkers in need; Volunteer Committees raising thousands for United Way, Alzheimer’s Association, and childhood cancer causes.

## Sources
1. [nisc.coop - About Us](https://www.nisc.coop/about/)
2. [nisc.coop - Careers](https://www.nisc.coop/careers/)
3. [nisc.coop - Homepage](https://www.nisc.coop/)
4. [nisc.coop - Open Positions](https://www.nisc.coop/careers/open-positions/)
5. [linkedin.com - NISC](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nisc)

## Other roles at NISC

- [Database Conversion (ETL) Programmer](https://feeny.ai/job/database-conversion-etl-programmer-nisc-mandan-nd-or-lake-st-louis-3k62g51184z0) — Mandan ND OR Lake St Louis, MO
- [Quality Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/quality-specialist-nisc-any-nisc-location-9z6tb21y3hp2) — Any Nisc Location
- [Quality Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/quality-specialist-nisc-any-nisc-location-ah29ed4ajsxt) — Any Nisc Location
- [Intern - Information Security (Cybersecurity)](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-information-security-cybersecurity-nisc-lake-st-louis-pnqeweer0ewg) — Lake St Louis, MO
- [Intern - Technical (IT) Services](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-technical-it-services-nisc-cedar-rapids-q5n2tng6pj7s) — Cedar Rapids, IA
- [Intern - Technical (IT) Services](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-technical-it-services-nisc-mandan-t5yhgtyfa1hr) — Mandan, ND
- [Intern - Technical (IT) Services](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-technical-it-services-nisc-lake-st-louis-m6sca51gwvxs) — Lake St Louis, MO
- [Intern - Database Conversion Programming](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-database-conversion-programming-nisc-mandan-wzxpgh0zhvaz) — Mandan, ND
- [Intern - Database Conversion Programming](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-database-conversion-programming-nisc-lake-st-louis-gv0zb9cm1133) — Lake St Louis, MO
- [Intern - Quality Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/intern-quality-engineer-nisc-mandan-4pxsm6a5gftd) — Mandan, ND