2027 Defensive Cyber Operations Undergrad Intern
The Aerospace Corporation2 days ago
El Segundo, CA, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Research and develop onboard defensive capabilities to protect space vehicles.
- Build prototype cybersecurity tools and techniques using technologies such as containerization, cloud, and AI.
- Conduct vulnerability research and reverse engineering on space-related software.
- Communicate project status and technical findings to customers and provide technical demonstrations.
Requirements
- Be currently enrolled full time in an accredited college or university bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Be available to work full time for at least 10 weeks outside the university term and return to a full-time degree program afterward.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and provide transcripts.
- Have an interest in reverse engineering and vulnerability research.
- Have experience building small- to mid-size projects with Python, C, or Rust.
- Have experience with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
- Preferred qualifications include Security+ or other security certifications, Ghidra or IDA Pro experience, space or ground technology experience, Capture-The-Flag participation, an active security clearance, and a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Benefits
- Full-time, 100% onsite work in El Segundo, California.
- Minimum 10-week temporary internship outside the university term.
- Training and mentorship are provided.
- Temporary housing assistance is not available.
- Benefits may include health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time and vacation, 401(k) contributions, flexible spending accounts, variable pay, relocation assistance, professional development, and education assistance.
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About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit operator of a federally funded research and development center, providing independent systems engineering, research, and mission assurance for U.S. government space programs. It supports defense, civil, and some commercial customers across satellites, launch vehicles, ground systems, remote sensing, and cyber. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, it advises on acquisition, design, testing, and operations to improve reliability of national security space systems.