Cyber Security Co-Op

Job Description

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission ("MSLC") Summer Internship Program provides emerging leaders with the opportunity to build a foundational understanding of career pathways in public service through experiential learning opportunities.

The Cyber Security Co-Op opportunity runs from 5/18/2026 - 12/24/2026; however, the selected candidate will join their fellow cohorts in attending weekly development workshops, volunteer experiences, and mentoring opportunities from June - August as part of the MSLC's Summer Internship Program. All students will conclude the program with a final presentation to showcase the insights they've developed over the summer.

JOB SUMMARY

The objective of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission ("MSLC") Cyber Security department is to establish and maintain a solid foundation for cyber security and compliance management to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to MSLC environment, ensure regulatory compliance, protect the reputation and brand of MSLC, establish a culture of accountability and increasing the level of awareness of all personnel. The Cyber Security department ensures that players experience a secure, world-class product.

The Cyber Security Co-Op opportunity offers entry-level professional experience to graduate students seeking a career in cyber.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Our telecommute policy requires a minimum of 2 days/week in the office. One of those days must be either a Monday or a Friday. Additional in-office days may be required for job training and/or meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Investigate and document cyber security incidents in the Mass Lottery computer systems.
• Document process and procedures that govern the discovery, investigation, and remediation of security incidents.
• Assist the Cyber team in day-to-day operations.

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Lottery is to:

• Secure the integrity of our games;
• Protect the well-being of our customers;
• Maximize revenues returned to the Commonwealth for the benefit of our cities and towns.

Since selling its first ticket in 1972, the Mass Lottery has generated over $161 billion in revenues, awarded over $114 billion in prizes, returned over $34 billion in net profit to the Commonwealth for unrestricted local aid provided to cities and towns, and paid over $9.2 billion in commissions and bonuses to its statewide network of retailers. More information can be found on our website at https://www.masslottery.com/.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 28, 2026. INTERVIEWS WILL BE SCHEDULED IN MARCH.

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate student with prior coursework or work experience in Cyber Security or Information Security Management.
• Understanding of security principles and practices
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Please note that the Lottery will not consider family members of current employees as eligible for employment. Family members shall include an employee's spouse, brother, sister, children, stepchildren, parents, stepparents, sister/brother-in-law, daughter/son-in-law or an individual residing in an employee's household.

Client-provided location(s): Braintree, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-260000A7

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2026-01-16T18:36:28