Security Systems Intern; Diablo Canyon Power Plant
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Security
Cybersecurity
Location: Avila Beach
Requisition # 170479
Job Category:
Administrative / Clerical
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit:
Generation
Work Type:
Onsite
Job Location:
Avila Beach
Security Systemssupportsthe safe, secure, and compliant operation of Diablo Canyon Power Plant by ensuring nuclear security processes, systems, and programs aremaintainedto the highest standards. The teamis responsible forsite security technology,regulatory compliance,data integrity and reporting, performance monitoring, digital process improvements, and cross-functional support to both Security Programs and Security Operations.
Position SummaryThe Security Systems Internship position islocatedwithin the Protected Area ofDCPP.Security Systems selects, deploys,andmaintainscutting edge security technology to protect public safety,supportsoperability of thepower plant, andensuresall federal regulations are met. This team has industry leadingexpertiserelated to networked and analog security technologies. The plantutilizesa combination of proprietary and "commercial of the shelf"(COTS) security solutions.
The Security Systems Internship position will support Security System Administrators in trending data, design review, equipment obsolescence, SQLscript generation and review, andaiding in procedure revisions. Work may range from general technical consultation or comprehensive support from planning through production implementation ofnew technology solutions.
PG&E isprovidingthe hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job.
The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity.
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $23.08 to $36.42.
ResponsibilitiesSupporting senior staff with:
- Security equipment obsolescence trending
- Alarm rate trending and monitoring
- SQL database review and modifications
- Security documentation review
- Security system design review
- Security procedure development and revision
- SGI documentation review
The successful intern will have the opportunity to learn about these activities as described above,working with a team of experienced security system administrators and technicians. Additionally, the intern will gain knowledge of the larger
Nuclear Security Organization, Cyber Security, Maintenance, and Operations through the work they will be performing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science or related degrees
- Students MUST be continuing education towards degree during and/or after internship
Desired:
- 3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA
- Preferred majors:
Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or Cybersecurity. - Experience with SQL Server, cameras, video analytics, or detection technology
- Experience with design review, or reading design drawings
- Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Takes initiative and can work independently with minimal direction
- Intern responsibilities will require obtaining SGI and Critical Group qualifications
- Intern will follow the standard Monday-Friday 5/8 schedule in accordance with
PG&E intern policy. - PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to students on an F-1, J-1 or other student visa for this position.
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