NOTE: Applications for this fellowship are due January 12, 2024, at 11:59 PM, to account for a lengthy security clearance process.
Summer 2024 Fellows: Emma Wang, Medhya Goel
Office Description
The Cybersecurity Division (CSD) leads cybersecurity efforts for CISA as the Nation’s flagship civilian cyber defense organization. CSD collaborates with partners across the government and private sector to enhance the Nation’s cybersecurity by sharing information, providing cybersecurity services and technical assistance, as well as through education and awareness.
Potential Projects
A selected fellow would be likely be working in the CSD Office of the Technical Director focused on developing strategy and plans for future technical programs, integrating emerging technologies, and setting research and development priorities.
Desired Skills
- Sufficient technical knowledge in cybersecurity and IT operations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills appropriate for an executive-level office structure, including the ability to produce clear and concise reporting such as workflow processes, briefings, and data analysis
- Strong critical-thinking skills
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and inquisitive
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- The CISA fellowship also requires US citizenship.