About BW
Bishop-Wisecarver (BW) is a WBENC certified woman-owned company and for 75 years that has been selling our unique solutions in the linear and rotary motion field to customers ranging from major manufacturers to start-ups.
At Bishop-Wisecarver (BW), we're not just selling products – we're helping our customers with expert guidance on customized solution development and product selection that ensures the right design for your problem, providing documentation, design assumptions, and solution requirements.
Our product line includes quality components and accessories, manual linear guide systems, actuated linear guide systems and rotary guides and systems. Stainless steel, high temperature, wash-down, and clean room-compatible products are among Bishop-Wisecarver's more recent product introductions. Our more popular offerings include the following trade names: DualVee®, LoPro®, UtiliTrak®, MadeWell®, and GV3.
Join our vibrant BW family, where every voice matters and each member makes a meaningful impact! At BW, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, where transparency is critical and your input shapes our business direction. If you desire a career where your name is known and your opinions are valued, then look no further – BW is the place for you!
To learn more about BW, please visit us at: https://www.bwc.com/
The Experience
Intern – Cybersecurity
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Intern who is excited about cybersecurity, compliance, and protecting business systems and data. This internship is ideal for a student seeking hands-on experience supporting real-world cybersecurity initiatives, compliance programs, and technical documentation within a manufacturing and defense-related business environment.
This role will support Bishop-Wisecarver’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Readiness Program and provide exposure to cybersecurity operations, risk assessment, compliance frameworks, and technical controls aligned with NIST SP 800-171.
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Support cybersecurity and compliance initiatives related to CMMC Level 2 readiness
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Assist with documentation reviews, policy updates, and cybersecurity evidence collection
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Help organize and maintain compliance artifacts, gap analysis reports, and control tracking documentation
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Participate in system and security assessments aligned with NIST SP 800-171 requirements
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Assist with access control reviews, MFA validation, audit log verification, and technical control documentation
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Support incident response preparedness activities, tabletop exercises, and governance documentation
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Help document external system connections, security procedures, and operational workflows
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Research cybersecurity best practices, emerging threats, and compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing and defense industries
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Assist Technology Services Group (TSG) with cybersecurity-related projects and process improvements
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Strong interest in cybersecurity, information security, or compliance
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Basic technical aptitude and willingness to learn cybersecurity concepts quickly
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially
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Interest in cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CMMC, or general IT governance
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Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a hands-on environment
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Strong written communication and documentation skills
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Exposure to cybersecurity tools, IT systems, or networking concepts
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Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, MFA, or endpoint security tools
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Basic understanding of compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC
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Experience with spreadsheets, documentation tracking, or technical writing
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Coursework or certifications related to cybersecurity, IT, networking, or information systems
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Basic understanding of security concepts such as access control, audit logging, or incident response
Requirements
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Must have reliable transportation for onsite work
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Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
