Cybersecurity Co-op/Intern
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Job Description
About the Company:
Lockheed Martin’s Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL) is a leading innovator in cybersecurity, providing cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) for nearly two decades. Their mission is to develop groundbreaking Information Operations (IO) and Computer Network Operations (CNO) technologies to address critical national security challenges. ACL describes itself as a passionate, problem-solving team that thrives on complex challenges and fosters a collaborative work environment.
Job Description:
This posting seeks students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees in technical fields (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Security) for co-op or internship opportunities within ACL’s cybersecurity division. The work involves contributing to projects at the forefront of customer and internally funded research and development (R&D). The team focuses on developing and implementing advanced cyber capabilities.
Specific Responsibilities and Skills:
The ideal candidate will possess skills in one or more of the following areas:
• Software Development: Proficiency in C, C++, and Python is essential. Experience with debuggers (gdb, Valgrind, windbg) is also required.
• Networking: A deep understanding of network protocols and inter-process communication is crucial.
• Research: The ability to execute guided technical research tasks is vital.
• Kernel/User-space Development: Demonstrated skills in either kernel-space or user-space development are highly desirable.
• Reverse Engineering: Experience in reverse engineering techniques is a plus.
Desired (but not required) Skills:
While not mandatory, experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:
• Applied research skills
• Embedded systems development
• Compiler design and implementation
• Machine learning/Artificial Intelligence
• Static and dynamic reverse engineering (x86/x86_64, MIPS, ARM, or PowerPC)
• Vulnerability analysis (source code or binaries)
• Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Prevention System (PSP) design and implementation
• Cyber/IO/CNO R&D
Other Requirements:
• Eligibility for a Top-Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required).
• Ability to work onsite full-time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. A 4×10-hour day schedule (3 days off per week) is offered.
• Self-motivation, a passion for cybersecurity, and strong research and prototyping skills are highly valued. Selected candidates will be expected to present results and demonstrate prototypes to team members and customers.
The job posting emphasizes the dynamic nature of the cybersecurity field and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects. It highlights the collaborative team environment and the potential for professional growth within Lockheed Martin.
