Posted 5 days ago
IT Security Engineer Intern - JobID-0297
San DiegoOn-siteInternship
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An IT Security Engineer Intern at Innovative Defense Technologies works on the Integrated Mission Systems team to assess software solutions, provide cyber security feedback to developers, and help deploy software through secure DEVSECOPS pipelines.
About this role
About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Information Technology (IT) Security Engineer Intern to be part of our Integrated Mission Systems team and based out of our San Diego, CA location.
The IT Security Engineer Intern will be paired with a project cyber security lead and work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers to solve some of the DoD’s toughest challenges. He/She must possess initiative, creativity, reliability, and efficient teamwork and strict attention to detail and possess solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- This is a fully on-site position, based out of our San Diego, CA location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
- Assess and report on software solutions across IDT’s Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) business area
- Provide feedback to developers to help build cyber secure high-quality, innovative, and fully performing software which integrates with other system components.
- Help deploy software solutions through secure DEVSECOPS pipelines.
- Work with various IMS teammates to gather user requirements, define system functionality, and develop test plans for various integrated commercial applicates and code written in various languages, like Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
- Work with other software engineers, systems engineers, integration engineers, and subject matter experts to deliver robust technical solutions
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
- Work completed toward a bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline such as software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering
- Completed coursework/experience in application development with JAVA or C++ in a Linux or Windows environment
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Experience with any of the following: JavaScript, Java, Python, C++
- Proficiency with version control software like Git or SVN and version control workflows that support development of complex software projects
- Familiarity with computer networking and various networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, CORBA, DDS)
- Experience using deployment platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker
- Current college juniors/rising seniors preferred
- Experience integrating and running SAST and DAST tools (e.g., SonarQube, OWASP ZAP) and Image scan tools (Xray, Trivy, Grype) within CI/CD workflows to identify code and image level vulnerabilities and OWASP Top 10 risks.
- Experience with utilizing automated scanning tools to detect deployment security flaws.
- Familiarity in reviewing, triaging, and prioritizing vulnerability scan results, collaborating with developers to provide actionable remediation guidance.
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) to configure and harden operating systems and applications to federal standards.
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $28 - $34 / Hour
*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162, IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Benefits
IDT’s Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:
- A 10–12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
- Competitive pay
- Individual mentoring
- Valuable training
- A supportive culture
- Social events and team building activities
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Skills
C++DASTDISA STIGsDockerGitJavaJavaScriptKubernetesOWASP ZAPPythonSASTSonarQubeTCP/IPTrivyUDP
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